How to Make Trinidad Stewed Chicken - A Step-by-Step Guide

Trinidad Stewed Chicken is a classic Caribbean dish that is loved for its bold flavors and comforting aroma. This dish, with its roots in Trinidad and Tobago, showcases the vibrant and diverse culinary heritage of the region. The combination of aromatic herbs, spices, and slow cooking method results in tender, juicy, and flavorful chicken that is sure to tantalize your taste buds.

Trinidad Stewed Chicken is a perfect example of the fusion of flavors that is characteristic of Caribbean...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (4 pound) whole chicken, cut into pieces
  • 3 tablespoons finely chopped green onion
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon chopped onion
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • ½ cup canned coconut milk (Optional)
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (Optional)
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon butter

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Place chicken on a plate. Sprinkle the green onion, cilantro, garlic, onion, salt and pepper over it. Cover, and marinate for 30 minutes.
  • Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pot over medium heat. Stir in the sugar, and cook until the sugar has melted into a nice golden brown syrup. Add the chicken pieces, and brown quickly while turning continuously. Cover the pot, and let it cook for 2 minutes.
  • Pour in 1 cup of water, coconut milk and pepper flakes. Replace the lid, and cook over medium heat for 10 minutes. Stir in the ketchup and butter. Continue cooking until chicken is fork tender, 20 to 30 minutes. Taste and season with additional salt and pepper if needed. Serve chicken with the sauce in the pot as a gravy.
  • Nutrition

    311 cal.

    • Total Fat: 21g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 65mg
    • Sodium: 404mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 9g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 22g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 24mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 220mg