Brown Stew Chicken
Brown stew chicken is a delightful Caribbean dish that fills your home with mouthwatering aromas. Tender chicken thighs simmer in a savory sauce, enriched with fresh herbs and spices, creating a comforting meal perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in. This recipe is quick to prepare and versatile enough to serve over rice, mashed potatoes, or pasta, making it an ideal choice for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs bone-in chicken thighs
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (mixed colors)
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
- 1 Scotch bonnet pepper (optional)
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, soy sauce, minced garlic, and thyme for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sear the marinated chicken until golden brown on both sides (about 5-7 minutes per side). Remove from the pot.
- In the same pot, sauté chopped onions and bell peppers until onions are translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
- Return the chicken to the pot and add chicken broth and Scotch bonnet pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- Cover partially and simmer on low heat for about 45 minutes or until the chicken is tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg