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Jamaican Curry Chicken

Savory Jamaican Curry Chicken That Warms the Soul

Delight in this authentic Jamaican Curry Chicken, a dairy-free and gluten-free dish that brings the flavors of the Caribbean to your table.
Prep Time 3 hours
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Jamaican
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 3-4 lbs Organic Chicken skinless, drumsticks and thighs preferred
  • 1-2 Tbsps Browning optional
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt
For the Seasoning
  • 2-3 Tbsps Jamaican Green Seasoning or all-purpose seasoning
  • 2.5 Tbsps Jamaican Curry Powder and 2 Tbsps for marination
  • ½ teaspoon Smoked Paprika
For the Sauce
  • 1 can Full-fat Coconut Milk 14 oz.
  • 1 cup Organic Chicken Stock low sodium
  • 1 tablespoon Jamaican Pepper Sauce or your favorite hot sauce
For the Veggies
  • 2 medium Potatoes peeled and cubed
  • 2 medium Carrots peeled and chopped
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 tsps Fresh Ginger minced or ½ teaspoon ground
  • 1-3 Scotch Bonnet Peppers whole or chopped to taste
  • 2 Green Onions (Scallions) chopped
  • 2 Fresh Thyme Sprigs
For Flavor Enhancement
  • 2 Tbsps Organic Brown Sugar can be omitted
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Allspice
  • Sea Salt & Black Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • skillet
  • Ziplock bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cleaned chicken pieces with browning, Jamaican green seasoning, sea salt, smoked paprika, and curry powder. Ensure each piece is well-coated. Place the marinated chicken in a ziplock bag and refrigerate for at least 3 hours; overnight is ideal for maximum flavor infusion.
  2. Heat 4 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the brown sugar, allowing it to dissolve and caramelize for about 1 minute. Carefully place the marinated chicken in the skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until nicely browned, then remove from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil, and heat over medium heat. Once the oil shimmers, add the Jamaican curry powder. Stir continuously for about 2-3 minutes or until the powder becomes darker and fragrant.
  4. Add the minced garlic, ginger, scotch bonnet peppers, green onions, carrots, and bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté the mixture for 3-4 minutes, or until the vegetables soften and become fragrant. Incorporate allspice, salt, and black pepper to enhance the overall flavor.
  5. Pour in the coconut milk and chicken stock to the veggie mixture, stirring well to combine. Bring the sauce to a gentle boil before adding the browned chicken back to the skillet. Follow with the cubed potatoes, and tuck in the fresh thyme sprigs.
  6. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the Jamaican curry chicken simmer for 20-25 minutes. Check occasionally, ensuring the chicken is fully cooked and the sauce thickens.
  7. Once cooked through, remove from heat and serve your Jamaican Curry Chicken hot. Garnish with chopped scallions for an added burst of freshness, and pair it with fluffy rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow the chicken to marinate for deep flavors and feel free to adjust the heat levels to your preference by modifying the number of scotch bonnet peppers.

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