Stew chicken

The humble beginnings of what we now know as “stew chicken” can be traced back to the early days of European colonization in the Caribbean. One of the first recorded recipes for a dish similar to stew chicken comes from 17th-century Spanish cookbook, which includes a recipe for “pollo guisado” or “stewed chicken”. This dish was likely introduced to the Caribbean by Spanish settlers and quickly became a staple in the local cuisine.

Over the centuries, stew chicken has undergone many variations and modifications, as different cultures have put their own spin on the dish. In Jamaica, for example, the addition of Scotch bonnet peppers and allspice give stew chicken a distinctive flavor that is unique to the island. In Cuba, meanwhile, stew chicken is often served with black beans and rice, a dish known as “Arroz con Pollo”.

No matter what ingredients are used, stew chicken remains a popular dish in the Caribbean and beyond. Its simplicity, versatility, and delicious flavor have made it a favorite among home cooks and professional chefs alike. Whether it’s served on its own or as part of a larger meal, stew chicken is sure to please any appetite

Advice

When making stew chicken, it is important to start with the right ingredients. Choose chicken that is fresh and high quality, as well as vegetables that are in-season and of good quality. When prepping the ingredients, make sure to cut the chicken into small cubes and the vegetables into similarly sized pieces, so they will cook evenly. To add flavor to the stew, be sure to season the ingredients with herbs and spices. When it comes to cooking the stew, use low to medium heat, and let it simmer until the chicken is tender and cooked through. Lastly, adjust the seasonings to your liking and enjoy your delicious stew chicken!

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Recipes

 

Slow Cooker Jamaican Brown Stew Chicken

4.81/5 - 68 votes

• brown sugar
• browning sauce
• thyme
• thyme
• hot sauce
• garlic
• salt
• onion
• smoked paprika
• ginger
• white pepper
• bouillon chicken powder
• ketchup
• canola oil
• green onion
• bell pepper
• chicken broth water
• excess chicken thighs =
• salt

 

Brown Stew Chicken

4/5 - 284 votes

• CHICKEN
• salt
• rice
• tomato paste
• onion
• chicken stock
• olive oil
• green onion
• bay leaf
• carrot
• tomato
• thyme
• garlic
• chicken leg
• MARINADE
• worcestershire sauce
• allspice powder
• chile powder
• garlic powder
• sweet paprika
• browning sauce
• light

 

Brown Stew Chicken

4.88/5 - 48 votes

• brown sugar
• thyme
• chicken bouillon powder
• hot sauce
• garlic
• thyme
• onion
• paprika
• chicken broth
• ginger
• browning sauce
• paprika
• white pepper
• chicken
• canola oil
• garlic
• green onion
• bell pepper
• ketchup
• salt

 

Stew Chicken

4/5 - 225 votes

• ketchup
• salt
• tomato paste
• vegetable oil
• worcestershire sauce
• clove
• ginger
• bay leaf
• onion
• allspice
• scotch bonnet pepper
• all purpose flour
• sugar
• white vinegar
• garlic
• green onion
• chicken thigh
• culantro
• thyme

 

Lowcountry Stew Chicken

3.3/5 - 36 votes

• buttered pasta
• salt
• garlic powder
• onion
• celery
• thigh
• onion powder
• ground oregano
• ground sage
• smoked paprika
• all purpose flour
• oil

 

Jamaican Brown Stew Chicken

3/5 - 1 votes

• chicken
• white rice
• chinese dark soy sauce
• garlic powder
• yellow bell pepper
• onion
• scotch bonnet pepper
• black pepper
• onion powder
• ketchup
• sugar
• lime juice
• jamaican browning sauce
• cornstarch
• salt
• oil
• garlic
• plum tomato
• green onion
• thyme
• allspice berry

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