Description
A flavorful and comforting Jamaican Curry Chicken recipe that brings the vibrant taste of the Caribbean to your kitchen. Perfect for busy weeknights or hosting friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs bone-in chicken thighs or drumsticks (skin-on for extra flavor)
- 3 tablespoons Jamaican curry powder
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 stalks scallion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 Scotch bonnet pepper, finely chopped
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 large carrots, sliced
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 2 sprigs thyme (or 1 teaspoon dried)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- Rub the chicken with 2 tablespoons of Jamaican curry powder, salt, and pepper. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onions, garlic, ginger, and scallions. Cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the remaining tablespoon of Jamaican curry powder and Scotch bonnet pepper to the skillet. Stir and let it toast for 1 minute.
- Add the marinated chicken pieces to the skillet. Sear them on all sides until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken stock and coconut milk. Stir to combine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
- Stir in the diced potatoes, sliced carrots, and thyme. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Cover the skillet and let the curry simmer over low heat for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
- Taste the curry and add more salt or pepper if needed.
- Remove the thyme sprigs and serve the curry hot over steamed rice or with warm naan bread.
Notes
[‘Marinate the chicken for deeper flavor.’, ‘Adjust the amount of Scotch bonnet pepper based on your spice tolerance.’, ‘Toast the curry powder to enhance its flavor.’, ‘Bone-in chicken is recommended for juicier and more flavorful curry.’, ‘If the curry is too thick, add a splash of water or chicken stock. If too thin, simmer uncovered for a few extra minutes.’]
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Jamaican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 28
Keywords: Jamaican Curry Chicken, Caribbean recipe, easy dinner idea, chicken curry, Jamaican cuisine, coconut milk curry, spicy chicken recipe