Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean with Authentic Jamaican Curry Chicken. This dish features tender chicken thighs simmered in a rich, aromatic sauce made from coconut milk, spices, and fresh vegetables. Perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings, it’s a culinary journey that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp Jamaican curry powder
- 1 cup coconut milk (full-fat)
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger (grated)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 cup bell peppers (chopped)
- 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 Scotch bonnet pepper (optional, chopped)
- Salt & black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Sauté diced onions and minced garlic until translucent (about 3 minutes).
- Add curry powder and grated ginger; stir for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Incorporate chicken pieces and cook until no longer pink (5-7 minutes).
- Pour in coconut milk; simmer for 15 minutes to meld flavors.
- Mix in chopped bell peppers and thyme; cook for an additional 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sauteing
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 80mg