Brown Stewed Chicken (Jamaican Style)

Steps

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1. 1
   Wash the chicken pieces with lime and set aside.
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2. 2
   Season the chicken with salt, jerk seasoning, paprika, garlic & herb seasoning, green seasoning blend, and browning. Mix well to coat every piece evenly.
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3. 3
   Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the chicken to fully absorb the flavors.
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4. 4
   Heat oil in a pot and pan-sear the marinated chicken pieces on both sides until golden brown. Do not fully cook through; the meat will finish cooking in the gravy.
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5. 5
   Remove the chicken and drain excess oil from the pot, then return the chicken to the pot.
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6. 6
   Add ketchup, water, chopped tomato, onion, garlic, and pimento peppers if available. Stir to combine.
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7. 7
   Taste the gravy and adjust seasonings as needed. Add fresh thyme and the whole scotch bonnet pepper.
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8. 8
   Cover and simmer on low heat for about 25 minutes until the chicken is tender.
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9. 9
   Top with chopped sweet peppers near the end of cooking. Ensure the gravy is thick and the meat is juicy.
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