Description
A rich and flavorful island-style brown stewed chicken with caramelized sugar, warm spices, and a savory gravy, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
- 1 kg chicken pieces (thighs, drumsticks, or mixed)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon allspice
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon tomato ketchup
- 1 cup chicken broth or water
- 1 medium carrot, sliced
- 1/2 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green onion, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, and allspice. Let sit for 15 minutes.
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat and add brown sugar.
- Allow sugar to melt and turn deep golden brown.
- Add chicken and coat in caramel, browning on all sides.
- Add onion, garlic, and thyme; sauté for 2–3 minutes.
- Stir in soy sauce and ketchup.
- Add broth or water and bring to a gentle boil.
- Add carrots and bell peppers.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 30–35 minutes until chicken is tender.
- Adjust seasoning if needed and garnish with green onions.
- Serve hot with rice or sides.
Notes
- Watch sugar carefully to avoid burning.
- Bone-in chicken provides more flavor.
- Simmering longer deepens flavor.
- Add chili for spice or honey for sweetness.
- Gravy thickens naturally as it cooks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
