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Jamaican Inspired Coconut Brown Stew Chicken

Jamaican Inspired Coconut Brown Stew Chicken

The ultimate comfort food, Jamaican Inspired Coconut Brown Stew Chicken is a rich and savory dish filled with tender chicken and delightful Caribbean spices. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or a gathering with friends, this easy weeknight meal will make your taste buds dance. Make it tonight for a flavorful experience!
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Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Caribbean
Servings 6 servings
Calories 390 kcal

Equipment

  • Chef's Knife
  • Frying Pan
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Mixing Bowl

Ingredients
  

  • 6 pieces bone-in chicken legs with thighs attached, skin removed
  • 1 each lime or 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 1 large tomato chopped
  • 4 medium scallions chopped
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic chopped
  • 1/2 - 1 each hot scotch bonnet pepper seeds + membrane removed, chopped
  • 4 sprigs fresh thyme or 2 tsp dried thyme
  • 2 tbsp low sodium soy sauce for gluten free use GF Tamari
  • 1 tsp coconut oil canola would be fine too
  • 1 medium carrot chopped finely
  • 2 tsp cornstarch sub tapioca for Keto
  • 1 1/2 cups unsweetened light coconut milk I like Thai Kitchen
  • 1/4 tsp kosher salt

Instructions
 

  • Squeeze lime over chicken and rub well. Drain off excess lime juice.
  • Using gloves combine tomato, scallion, onion, garlic, scotch bonnet pepper, thyme and soy sauce in a large bowl and add to the chicken.
  • Cover and marinate at least one hour.
  • Heat oil in a dutch pot or large saucepan.
  • Shake off the seasonings as you remove each piece of chicken from the marinade, reserving the marinade for later.
  • Lightly brown the chicken on medium-high heat.
  • When browned on all sides, pour the marinade over the chicken and add the carrots.
  • Stir and cook over medium heat for 10 minutes.
  • Mix cornstarch and coconut milk and add to stew, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to low and cook an additional 20 minutes or until tender, add salt to taste.

Notes

  • Tip 1: Adapt the spice level by using less or more of the hot pepper.
  • Tip 2: The stew improves in flavor after a day in the fridge, making it perfect for meal prep.
  • Tip 3: Serve with a side of rice or bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
  • Tip 4: For a unique twist, add vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini.
  • Tip 5: Garnish with fresh herbs just before serving for an extra pop of flavor.
Keyword Caribbean Comfort Food, Coconut Brown Stew Chicken, Easy Chicken Stew, Jamaican Chicken Recipes