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Jamaican Fricassee Chicken Recipe

Jamaican Fricassee Chicken Recipe

Looking for a yummy Caribbean dish? Try Jamaican Fricassee Chicken Recipe! 
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Jamaican
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoon  All-purpose seasoning
  • 5 pounds Whole chicken
  • 1 tablespoon Jerk seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon Poultry seasoning
  • ½  Onion (sliced)
  • 1-2 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Pimento
  • 1 tablespoon Ketchup
  • 3 teaspoon Thyme (Dried)
  • 2 teaspoon Garlic powder (optional)
  • ½ to 1 teaspoon Browning see notes for substitutions

Instructions
 

  • Place chicken in a bowl, and pat dry.
  • Add seasonings, and thyme, and mix.
  • Marinate for 15-30 minutes at room temperature or up to 24 hours in the fridge.
  • Heat oil in a skillet, add olive oil.
  • Sear chicken until golden (5 min per side).
  • Remove chicken, and wipe skillet if needed.
  • Add more oil if wiped. Return chicken, juices, pimento, and browning.
  • Cover and cook on medium-low for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • If it dries, add water halfway up.
  • Last 5 minutes, add ketchup, stir, and serve when ready.

Notes

  • Marinate the chicken for a few hours for better flavour.
  • Use fresh thyme if you have it, but dried thyme is okay.
Keyword Jamaican Fricassee Chicken Recipe