👩🍳Authentic Jamaican brown stew chicken is cooked differently, this recipe is based on how restaurants make it
🍗Wash the chicken thoroughly before cooking to ensure it is clean and remove any impurities
🥕Prep the vegetables, including onions, tomatoes, bell pepper, and garlic, and add them to the chicken
🌶️Season the chicken with salt, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and Jamaican all-purpose seasoning
🍅Add tomato paste or ketchup to thicken the gravy and balance the flavors
Can I use flour instead of cornstarch?
—While you can use flour, cornstarch is preferred as it gives the gravy a rich and creamy texture without altering the color
Is sugar necessary in brown stew chicken?
—In restaurant-style brown stew chicken, sugar is often added to balance the flavors. Authentic Jamaican brown stew chicken may not include sugar
Can I fry the chicken first?
—Traditionally, authentic brown stew chicken involves frying the chicken before adding the vegetables. This recipe simplifies the process for restaurant-style cooking
What can I serve with brown stew chicken?
—Brown stew chicken pairs well with rice, peas, and dumplings. You can also serve it with vegetables or your favorite side dishes
How long does it take to cook brown stew chicken?
—The total cooking time is approximately 45 minutes, including marinating the chicken and simmering it with the seasonings and vegetables
00:00Introduction and welcome to the kitchen
01:06Preparation: Wash the chicken and chop the vegetables
01:21Seasoning the chicken: Use salt, black pepper, and various Jamaican seasonings
02:21Adding flavor: Include spices like paprika, fresh garlic, ginger, and apple cider vinegar
03:14Browning the chicken: Use brown sugar and butter for a rich color
04:01Simmering with vegetables: Add the prepped vegetables and let everything cook together
05:49Thickening the gravy: Use cornstarch to achieve a creamy texture without altering the color
06:44Final cooking and presentation: Simmer the chicken in the gravy until cooked through
08:00Final thoughts and invitation to subscribe and check out other recipes
