A flavorful Caribbean dish, Brown Stew Chicken is made with chicken thighs and drumsticks, marinated in a blend of spices and cooked to perfection with vegetables and broth. This hearty stew brings together the warmth of ginger, garlic, and fresh herbs for a comforting meal.
1: Slice the yellow onion, green bell pepper, and green onion.
2: Clean the chicken, remove the skins from the chicken thighs and drumsticks, and cut the thighs in half.
3: In a mixing bowl, combine the chicken with the onion, bell pepper, green onion, all the seasonings, browning sauce, and thyme. Mix well and marinate for at least one hour or overnight.
4: In a heavy bottom pot on medium heat, brown the chicken on each side for about 1 to 2 minutes, then place it in a bowl.
5: Return all the chicken to the pot, add the broth and mix in the remaining ingredients from the marinating bowl.
6: Pour all the vegetables, seasonings, and broth into the pot with the chicken.
7: Increase heat to medium-high, add the ginger, garlic, bay leaves, and ketchup. Incorporate gently and bring to a slight boil.
8: Lower the heat to medium, cover, and cook for 25 minutes.
9: Add carrots and butter beans, and cook for an additional 10-15 minutes.
