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Authentic Jamaican Curry Chicken

Authentic Jamaican Curry Chicken: A Spicy Comfort Food Must

Recreate the Authentic Jamaican Curry Chicken, a gluten-free and dairy-free comfort food that tantalizes your taste buds with Caribbean flavors.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Caribbean
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 3-4 lbs. Organic Chicken skin removed; drumsticks and thighs add extra flavor.
  • 1-2 Tbsps Browning Sauce optional; adds rich color and depth.
For the Seasoning
  • 2-3 Tbsps Jamaican Green Seasoning delivers an herbal flavor.
  • 2 Tbsps Jamaican Curry Powder key flavor component.
  • Sea Salt & Black Pepper to taste.
For the Sauce
  • 1 14 oz. Coconut Milk full-fat; adds creaminess and balances the spice.
  • 1 cup Chicken Stock low-sodium.
  • 1 Tbsp Jamaican Pepper Sauce boosts heat.
For the Vegetables
  • 2 medium Potatoes peeled and cubed.
  • 2 medium Carrots
  • 2 medium Bell Pepper
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced.
  • 2 tsps Fresh Ginger minced or ½ tsp ground.
  • 1-3 Scotch Bonnet Peppers adjust according to your spice tolerance.
  • 2 Green Onions/Scallion lightly crushed.
  • 2 sprigs Thyme fresh.
For Final Touches
  • 1 tsp Allspice brings an aromatic balance.

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • Skillet
  • measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine your cleaned organic chicken with browning sauce, Jamaican green seasoning, sea salt, and Jamaican curry powder. Mix thoroughly to ensure all pieces are coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, ideally overnight.
  2. Heat 4 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated chicken in batches, allowing space for even browning. Sear each piece for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the browned chicken from the skillet and set it aside on a plate.
  3. In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil, reduce the heat to medium. Sprinkle the Jamaican curry powder into the oil and "burn" it for 2-3 minutes, stirring continuously until fragrant.
  4. Add the minced garlic, ginger, crushed scotch bonnet peppers, and chopped vegetables (carrots and bell pepper) to the skillet. Sauté for about 5 minutes, stirring often, until the vegetables start to soften.
  5. Pour in a can of full-fat coconut milk and 1 cup of low-sodium chicken stock into the skillet, stirring to mix. Bring to a gentle boil.
  6. Return the browned chicken to the skillet along with cubed potatoes, crushed green onions, and fresh thyme sprigs. Reduce the heat to low and cover. Allow to simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is tender.
  7. Once cooked, check the seasoning and adjust salt and black pepper to taste if needed. Serve hot, accompanied by rice or sautéed vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate chicken for maximum flavor, and adjust spiciness as desired.

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