Authentic Jamaican Curry Chicken Recipe: Easy, Flavorful Delight
Experience the vibrant flavors of Jamaica with this Authentic Jamaican Curry Chicken recipe, guaranteed to be easy to follow and utterly delicious.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Jamaican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken, cut into pieces
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, grated
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the chicken pieces with curry powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and let it marinate for 30 minutes.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken and brown on all sides.
- Add the chopped onion, garlic, ginger, bell pepper, and green onions. Sauté until softened.
- Pour in the coconut milk and chicken broth. Stir well and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and let it simmer for about 30-40 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Adjust seasoning as necessary and serve hot.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, add Scotch bonnet pepper.
- Serve with rice and peas for an authentic experience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg