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Authentic Jamaican Curry Chicken


  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

A vibrant dish of tender chicken, bold spices, and coconut milk that brings the authentic taste of Jamaica to your table.


Ingredients

Scale
  • Chicken, cut into pieces
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 12 hot peppers, sliced (adjust for spice preference)
  • 2 tablespoons curry powder
  • 2 cups chicken stock
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh thyme (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat some oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onions and minced garlic, sauté until fragrant.
  3. Stir in curry powder and hot peppers, cooking for a couple of minutes to release the spices’ oils.
  4. Add your pieces of chicken, stirring well to ensure they are coated in the spice mixture.
  5. Pour in the chicken stock along with the coconut milk, bringing everything to a boil.
  6. Lower the heat and let it simmer until the chicken is cooked through—about 30 minutes.
  7. Season with salt and pepper, and stir in fresh thyme toward the end.
  8. Serve hot over rice or with warm flatbread.

Notes

For a vegetarian version, swap chicken for chickpeas or firm tofu. Marinate chicken in curry powder and salt for deeper flavor. Serve with rice, flatbreads, or salad.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Jamaican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: Jamaican curry chicken, Caribbean recipe, comfort food