Authentic Jamaican Curry Chicken
Experience the vibrant flavors of Caribbean cuisine with this Authentic Jamaican Curry Chicken, a dish full of spices and tender chicken that warms the soul.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Jamaican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chicken, cut into pieces
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 1 tablespoon allspice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1–2 hot peppers, chopped
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 2 tablespoons oil for cooking
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Prep the chicken by rinsing under cold water and patting dry.
- Combine the chicken with curry powder, allspice, salt, and black pepper in a bowl.
- Heat oil in a large pot and sauté onions until translucent.
- Add garlic and hot peppers; cook for another minute.
- Brown the seasoned chicken in batches for 5-7 minutes per side.
- Pour in coconut milk and chicken stock, stir, and bring to a boil.
- Simmer the curry for 30-40 minutes until chicken is tender.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.
- Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro and serve hot.
Notes
Serve over fluffy white rice or alongside steamed vegetables. Leftovers can be stored for 3-4 days in the fridge.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Jamaican curry chicken, Caribbean cuisine, chicken recipe, spicy curry