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Jamaican-Curry-Chicken-Recipe

Jamaican Curry Chicken

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Jamaican Curry Chicken features tender chicken pieces simmered in rich coconut milk and aromatic spices. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for a comforting dinner that bursts with flavor.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 3½-4 pound (1.5-2kg) whole chicken, cut into pieces
  • salt to taste (¾-1 teaspoon per pound of chicken)
  • 1 teaspoon (2-3g) white pepper (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons (30g) cooking oil
  • 3–4 tablespoons (18-25g) Jamaican curry powder
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 teaspoons (10g) minced garlic
  • 2 teaspoons (4g) fresh thyme, minced
  • ½ teaspoon (1-2g) paprika (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon (5g) tomato paste (optional)
  • 1–2 cups (236-472ml) whole-fat coconut milk (or low-fat if cutting calories)
  • 2 cups (470ml) chicken broth, more as needed (or water)
  • 1 pound (450g) potatoes, peeled and cut into medium pieces
  • 6 ounces (170g) carrots, sliced
  • 6 ounces (170g) green bell peppers, sliced
  • 6 ounces (170g) red bell peppers, sliced
  • 1 scotch bonnet pepper (optional)
  • 2–3 tablespoons (12-18g) chopped parsley

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large, deep pan, heat oil over medium heat until hot, then add the chicken. Sear for 3-5 minutes or until slightly browned, turning halfway through. Remove and set aside on a plate.
  3. Add the curry powder, onions, minced garlic, thyme, and paprika to the same pan. Stir for about five minutes to bloom the flavors.
  4. If using, add the tomato paste and continue cooking while stirring for about 2 minutes.
  5. Pour in the broth and coconut milk. Test the flavor and adjust salt and pepper as necessary. Simmer for about 15 minutes.
  6. Return the chicken, along with its juices, to the pot and add the potatoes and carrots. Cook until the potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes.
  7. Add the sliced bell peppers and cook for another two minutes.
  8. Lastly, stir in the chopped parsley and adjust the sauce thickness with additional broth or water as needed. Serve and enjoy!

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Notes

For a spicier kick, include the scotch bonnet pepper as a whole during cooking.
Feel free to adjust the amount of coconut milk based on your preferred creaminess level.
Serve this delicious dish with rice or flatbread for a complete meal.

  • Author: jeremy
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Jamaican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 23g
  • Saturated Fat: 16g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 33g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 29g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

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