Description
Indulge in a culinary escape with Authentic Jamaican Curry Chicken, where bold flavors and vibrant spices unite to create a memorable dish. This delightful recipe features tender chicken simmered in a luscious sauce of coconut milk, aromatic herbs, and scotch bonnet peppers, delivering a perfect blend of heat and comfort. Whether it’s a cozy family dinner or a festive gathering, this dish brings the essence of Jamaica into your home. Best of all, it’s completely dairy-free and offers gluten-free options, making it suitable for various dietary needs. Prepare to impress your guests with this easy yet flavorful recipe that’s sure to become a favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 lbs organic chicken (skin removed)
- 2–3 Tbsps Jamaican Green Seasoning
- 2 Tbsps Jamaican curry powder
- 1 (14 oz.) can full-fat coconut milk
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken stock
- 1–3 scotch bonnet peppers (to taste)
- Vegetables: potatoes, carrots, bell pepper
Instructions
- Cut chicken into equal pieces and rinse under cold water.
- In a bowl, marinate chicken with Jamaican Green Seasoning, curry powder, salt, smoked paprika, and brown sugar for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat; brown marinated chicken on each side and set aside.
- Sauté garlic, ginger, carrots, bell pepper, green onions, potatoes, scotch bonnet peppers, and thyme in the same pot for about 5 minutes.
- Return the chicken to the pot; add coconut milk and chicken stock; bring to a boil then reduce heat to low.
- Cover and simmer for about 30 minutes until chicken is fully cooked.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Jamaican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 100mg