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Authentic Jamaican Curry Chicken

A flavorful and aromatic dish featuring tender chicken simmered in a rich curry sauce with traditional Jamaican spices.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Jamaican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Marinade
  • 2 pounds chicken thighs bone-in, skinless
  • 1 tablespoon Jamaican curry powder plus more for seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice freshly squeezed
Vegetables and Aromatics
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 inch ginger grated
  • 1 medium bell pepper chopped
  • 2 medium carrots sliced
  • 1 cup coconut milk full-fat
Spices and Seasonings
  • 1 teaspoon thyme dried
  • 1 teaspoon allspice ground
  • 1 teaspoon scotch bonnet pepper finely chopped, adjust to taste
  • 2 cups chicken broth low sodium

Method
 

Marinate the Chicken
  1. In a large bowl, combine chicken thighs, curry powder, salt, black pepper, and lime juice. Mix well to coat the chicken evenly. Cover and marinate for at least 30 minutes, preferably overnight in the refrigerator.
Cook the Chicken
  1. In a large pot, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.
Sauté Vegetables
  1. In the same pot, add onion, garlic, ginger, bell pepper, and carrots. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
Combine and Simmer
  1. Return the chicken to the pot. Add coconut milk, thyme, allspice, scotch bonnet pepper, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for 30-40 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
Serve
  1. Remove from heat and let it rest for a few minutes. Serve hot with rice or roti, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gFiber: 3gSugar: 5g

Notes

Adjust the level of spiciness by modifying the amount of scotch bonnet pepper used. Serve with traditional sides like rice and peas for an authentic experience.

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