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Jamaican Stew Chicken

Jamaican Stew chicken — bold, rich, and full of island flavor.
This Stew Chicken brings that classic Jamaican flavor to your table — juicy chicken pieces seasoned with herbs, browned to perfection, and simmered in a savory sauce that’s good enough to pour over everything.

jamaican stew chicken

Ingredients

  • 3 lbs chicken (cut into pieces)
  • 2 tbsp all- purpose seasoning
  • 3 tbsp chicken seasoning
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp scotch bonnet powder (optional)
  • 4 – 5 tbsp green seasoning (fresh herbs & spices)
  • 3 tbsp brown sugar (for browning)
  • 2 oil
  • 2 small tomatoes (diced)
  • 1 large potato
  • 2 carrots
  • 1/2 green bell pepper ,sliced
  • 2 sprigs thyme
  • 1 Scotch bonnet pepper, (for flavor)
  • 2 tbsp oil

Instructions

  • Season the Chicken:
  • Clean and cut chicken, then season with all-purpose seasoning, chicken seasoning, garlic powder, scotch bonnet powder, and green seasoning . Let marinate for at least 2 hours.
  • Brown the Sugar:
  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add brown sugar and let it caramelize until it turns dark brown or desired color.
  • Add Chicken:
  • Add chicken pieces to the pot , stirring to coat in the caramelized sugar. Let it brown on both sides.
  • next:
  • cover and allow it to produce its own juices for a about 15 – 20 mins
  • Then:
  • Add tomatoes, potatoes, carrots, bell pepper, Scotch bonnet, thyme and water/broth. Cover and simmer for 25–30 minutes until chicken is tender and gravy thickens.
  • Finish:
  • adjust seasoning to taste.
  • Serve:
  • Serve hot with rice & peas, fried plantains, or boiled

Tip from My Kitchen:

Add a dash of ketchup near the end — it balances the spice and gives the sauce a nice glossy finish!

How to make Jamaican stew chicken

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