Jul 14 2026
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Brown Stew Chicken Recipe

Inspired by Dunn's River Jamaican Restaurant
Time1h 10m
Serves4

Chicken stewed in a flavorful brown sauce.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Seasonings and Sauce

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prep the Chicken

    Rinse the chicken pieces under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Season with salt, black pepper, thyme, and allspice. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.

  2. 2

    Chop Vegetables

    While the chicken is marinating, chop the onion, garlic, ginger, carrots, bell pepper, and scallions. Set aside.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Brown the Chicken

    In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken pieces (in batches if necessary) and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.

  2. 4

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In the same pot, add the chopped onions, garlic, and ginger. Sauté for about 3-5 minutes until the onions are translucent. Add the carrots and bell pepper, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.

  3. 5

    Combine Ingredients

    Return the browned chicken to the pot. Pour in the soy sauce, chicken broth, and add the brown sugar. Stir well to combine.

  4. 6

    Simmer

    Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.

  5. 7

    Finish and Serve

    Add the scallions and adjust seasoning with additional salt and black pepper if needed. Serve hot over rice or with bread.

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