Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Authentic Jamaican Curry Chicken, a dish that combines juicy chicken thighs with aromatic spices and creamy coconut milk. This recipe captures the essence of Caribbean cuisine, perfect for family gatherings or casual dinners. Each bite evokes memories of sun-soaked beaches, making it not just a meal, but an experience that brings everyone to the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp Jamaican curry powder
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 Scotch bonnet pepper, whole (adjust for spice)
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping vegetables and mincing garlic and ginger.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add oil. Once hot, brown the seasoned chicken thighs on all sides. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté onions until translucent. Add garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant.
- Stir in the curry powder and Scotch bonnet pepper; cook briefly.
- Pour in coconut milk and lime juice; return chicken to the pot and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cover and let simmer on low heat for 30–40 minutes until chicken is tender.
- Serve over rice or with roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 200g
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg