Description
Authentic Jamaican Curry Chicken is a culinary delight that transports your taste buds to the vibrant Caribbean. This recipe features tender chicken pieces simmered in a rich, aromatic sauce made from high-quality Jamaican curry powder, fresh garlic, ginger, and creamy coconut milk. The dish bursts with flavor, enhanced by the subtle heat of scotch bonnet peppers and the sweetness of sautéed onions and bell peppers. Perfect for gatherings or cozy family dinners, this easy-to-follow recipe allows you to create a mouthwatering meal in just about an hour. Serve it alongside rice or flatbread to soak up every drop of its delicious sauce.
Ingredients
- Bone-in chicken pieces (thighs or drumsticks)
- High-quality Jamaican curry powder
- Fresh garlic
- Fresh ginger
- Medium yellow onion
- Coconut milk
- Bell pepper (red or green)
Instructions
- Wash chicken thoroughly and pat dry.
- Marinate chicken with curry powder, minced garlic, grated ginger, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
- Sauté chopped onions in oil until translucent; add sliced bell peppers and cook until softened.
- Add marinated chicken to the skillet; brown each side for about five minutes before stirring in coconut milk.
- Reduce heat and simmer covered for approximately 30 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Serve hot, drizzled with extra sauce.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for enhanced flavor.
Consider marinating overnight for deeper flavor.
Adjust spice levels by modifying scotch bonnet pepper quantity based on preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Jamaican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: - Use fresh ingredients for enhanced flavor.- Consider marinating overnight for deeper flavor.- Adjust spice levels by modifying scotch bonnet pepper quantity based on preference.