Flavor-Packed Brown Stew Chicken for Family Dinners
A rich and comforting Caribbean stew featuring marinated chicken in a spiced, savory sauce with deep brown color and bold flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
2–3 lbs bone-in chicken thighs or drumsticks
1 onion, sliced
1 bell pepper, sliced
2 scallions, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp allspice
1 tsp fresh thyme
½ Scotch bonnet pepper, diced
1 tbsp browning sauce
1 tbsp soy sauce or Worcestershire sauce
1 tbsp ketchup
1 tomato, chopped
1 cup water or chicken broth
Salt and black pepper to taste
2 tbsp oil
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine chicken with onion, scallion, garlic, allspice, thyme, Scotch bonnet, browning sauce, soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Marinate 2+ hours.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet or Dutch oven. Brown chicken pieces in batches. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté bell peppers, remaining marinade vegetables, and tomato until soft.
- Stir in ketchup and broth. Scrape the pan to release brown bits.
- Return chicken to pan. Cover and simmer 30–40 minutes, turning halfway.
- Uncover for final 10–15 minutes to thicken the stew.
- Adjust seasoning and serve hot with your favorite sides.
Notes
Use skinless chicken for a lighter version. Swap Scotch bonnet for milder chili if needed. Great with rice and peas, plantains, or steamed cabbage.