Caribbean Stew Chicken: A Rich & Flavorful Island Classic

19 INGREDIENTS • 7 STEPS • 1HR 20MINS

Caribbean Stew Chicken: A Rich & Flavorful Island Classic

Caribbean stew chicken is a rich, flavorful dish made with seasoned chicken, caramelized brown sugar, and aromatic spices. This one-pot recipe delivers tender, juicy chicken in a thick, savory sauce—perfect with rice, roti, or boiled provisions for an authentic island meal.
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Caribbean stew chicken is a rich, flavorful dish made with seasoned chicken, caramelized brown sugar, and aromatic spices. This one-pot recipe delivers tender, juicy chicken in a thick, savory sauce—perfect with rice, roti, or boiled provisions for an authentic island meal.
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1HR 20MINS

Total Time

Ingredients

Servings
4
us / metric
Chicken
2 lb
Chicken
Green Seasoning
2 Tbsp
Green Seasoning
Salt
2 tsp
Salt
Ground Black Pepper
1/2 tsp
Ground Black Pepper
Paprika
1/2 tsp
Paprika
Ground Allspice
1/2 tsp
Ground Allspice
Soy Sauce
2 Tbsp
Soy Sauce
Worcestershire Sauce
1 Tbsp
Worcestershire Sauce
Brown Sugar
2 Tbsp
Brown Sugar
Vegetable Oil
2 Tbsp
Vegetable Oil
Onion
1
Medium Onion, chopped
Garlic
3 cloves
Garlic, minced
Red Bell Pepper
1/2
Red Bell Pepper, chopped
Fresh Thyme
2 sprigs
Fresh Thyme
Diced Tomatoes
1 cup
Diced Tomatoes
Tomato Paste
1 Tbsp
Tomato Paste
Chicken Broth
1 cup
Chicken Broth
Scotch Bonnet Pepper
1
Scotch Bonnet Pepper
optional
Scallion
2
Scallions, chopped

Nutrition Per Serving

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Calories
647
Fat
41.6 g
Protein
45.6 g
Carbs
19.3 g
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Author's Notes

Green seasoning is a Caribbean herb blend—use store-bought or homemade.
For extra heat, slice the Scotch bonnet before adding.
Leftovers taste even better the next day.
Serve with rice and peas for a classic island meal.

Cooking Instructions

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step 1
Season the Chicken (2 lb) with Green Seasoning (2 Tbsp), Salt (2 tsp), Ground Black Pepper (1/2 tsp), Paprika (1/2 tsp), Ground Allspice (1/2 tsp), Soy Sauce (2 Tbsp), and Worcestershire Sauce (1 Tbsp). Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
step 2
Heat Vegetable Oil (2 Tbsp) in a large pot over medium heat. Add Brown Sugar (2 Tbsp) and let it caramelize to a deep brown color.
step 3
Carefully add the chicken pieces, turning to coat in the caramelized sugar. Brown for 5 minutes.
step 4
Add Onion (1), Garlic (3 cloves), Red Bell Pepper (1/2), Fresh Thyme (2 sprigs), Diced Tomatoes (1 cup), and Tomato Paste (1 Tbsp). Stir well.
step 5
Pour in Chicken Broth (1 cup) and add the Scotch Bonnet Pepper (1) (whole or chopped for extra spice).
step 6
Cover and simmer for 40-45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until chicken is tender and the sauce thickens.
step 7
Garnish with Scallions (2) and serve hot with rice.
step 7 Garnish with Scallions (2) and serve hot with rice.

Tags

Dairy-Free
Chicken
Caribbean
Shellfish-Free
Dinner
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