Caribbean Scotch Bonnet Pepper Stew
A vibrant one-pot stew with Scotch bonnet heat, tender chicken and seafood, and a rich tomato broth. Ready in 35 minutes.
- Total time
- 35 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 38g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high until shimmering, about 90 seconds.
Step 2
Add chicken pieces and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden on edges, 5 minutes.
Step 3
Stir in diced onion and cook until softened and fragrant, about 2 minutes.
Step 4
Pour in canned tomatoes with their juices, broth, and add the whole Scotch bonnet.
Step 5
Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer 15 minutes uncovered.
Step 6
Add shrimp and stir gently. Simmer until shrimp are pink and cooked through, 4 minutes.
Step 7
Remove the Scotch bonnet with tongs. Taste and season with salt and pepper.
Step 8
Serve hot in bowls, ladling broth and meat into each.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot (4-quart minimum)
- wooden spoon
- tongs
- ladle
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