In a recent blog, we introduced Stoke-shuka, a favourite autumnal dish from our Hubb Pots Project families in Stoke-on-Trent. Now, as the weather cools down even more, we’re featuring another warming recipe, brought to you by the one and only Mr Bigz Flavours.
This Brown Stew Chicken is a slow-cooker adaptation of a Caribbean classic, made easy and perfect for cozy nights. Here’s the recipe:
We’ll take you through the step-by-step cooking directions next…
Chef Bigz shows in his step-by-step recipe tutorial how food is not just about ingredients – it’s about feeling good, grooving to tunes from Motown to Bob Marley, and putting a bit of yourself into every meal.
Directions:
Season the Chicken
Place the chicken pieces in a large bowl. Add garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, chicken seasoning, and all-purpose seasoning. For ease, use “lazy” pre-chopped garlic and ginger, or chop fresh if you prefer. Mix everything together until the chicken is well-coated.
Add Extra Flavours
Pour in the cider vinegar, spring onions, bell pepper, chopped onions, and extra garlic if desired. Finally, add the browning sauce to give the chicken that rich, authentic colour. Massage the spices and ingredients into the chicken, then let it marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for deeper flavour.
Fry the Chicken
In a frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken pieces and fry until browned on all sides. (This step helps to lock in the flavours and gives the chicken a nice texture.)
Make the Sauce
In the same pan, remove excess oil but keep the flavourful residue. Add water, brown sugar, and ketchup, stirring well to create a thick, rich sauce. Let it simmer for a few minutes.
Slow-Cook
Place the browned chicken in a slow cooker. Pour the sauce over the chicken, add any leftover veggies, and mix gently. Cover with the lid and cook on high for 3-4 hours, or until the chicken is tender and falling off the bone.
Mr Bigz even suggests whilst the slow-cooker does its thing over the three hours of cooking, you’ll have time to get cleared up, even play a game of Monopoly, or relax before enjoying the Caribbean classic dish.
Serve and Enjoy
Once cooked, serve the brown stew chicken with rice and peas, plantains, or your favourite side. The tender chicken, rich sauce, and blend of spices will warm up any chilly autumn night, giving you the chance to enjoy the Caribbean flavours in the comfort of your own home.
Building Healthier Futures
Launched in 2021, the Hubb Pots Project has been praised for its transformative support, reaching over 2,000 families.
We support vulnerable families in Stoke-on-Trent with slow cookers, air fryers, recipe books, and food vouchers for a full six weeks. Through the project we aim to provide nutritious meals to families while teaching essential cooking skills to bring everyone together around the table.
Keep the Hubb Pots Project Going Strong
As the Hubb Pots Project continues to provide essential meal support to vulnerable families across Stoke-on-Trent, we’re reaching out for your support. Whether through donating, volunteering, or simply spreading the word, your involvement makes all the difference in keeping this vital initiative running.
With every contribution, we can continue to provide more families with slow cookers, air fryers, recipe books, and food vouchers. Together, we can ensure homes across the city stay warm, nourished, and supported through the autumn season and beyond.
Stay tuned for more inspiring recipes, updates on our progress, and ways you can help us fuel this positive change in our community.
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For full directions on how to make Brown Stew Chicken, head over to our YouTube channel here.
