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Jamaican Curry Chicken

Irresistible Jamaican Curry Chicken for a Cozy Dinner Night

This Jamaican Curry Chicken is a flavor-packed journey to the Caribbean, perfect for a cozy dinner with customizable spice levels.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Marinating Time 3 hours
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Jamaican
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 3-4 lbs Organic Chicken skin removed for better flavor absorption
  • 1-2 Tbsps Browning Sauce optional
  • 1 tsp Sea Salt adjust according to preference
For the Seasoning
  • 2-3 Tbsps Jamaican Green Seasoning substitute with all-purpose seasoning if unavailable
  • 5 Tbsps Jamaican Curry Powder burn before using to enhance aroma
  • 2 tsps On Everything All-Purpose Blend can be omitted or replaced
  • ½ tsp Smoked Paprika can be reduced or eliminated
  • 1 tsp Ground Allspice
For the Sauce
  • 4 Tbsps Extra Virgin Olive Oil can substitute with coconut oil or vegetable oil
  • 2 Tbsps Organic Brown Sugar optional
  • 1 can (14 oz) Full-Fat Coconut Milk use non-dairy options if needed
  • 1 cup Organic Chicken Stock low sodium, can substitute with vegetable stock or water
  • 1 Tbsp Jamaican Pepper Sauce replace with your favorite hot sauce if needed
For the Vegetables
  • 2 Russet Potatoes peeled and cubed
  • 2 Carrots peeled and chopped
  • 1 Bell Pepper cored and chopped
  • 3 Garlic Cloves minced
  • 2 tsps Fresh Ginger minced, or ½ tsp ground
  • 1-3 Scotch Bonnet Peppers adjust for spice
  • 2 Green Onions lightly crushed or chopped
  • 2 Fresh Thyme Sprigs can use dried thyme if fresh is unavailable

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • deep skillet
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Jamaican Curry Chicken
  1. In a large bowl, combine the cleaned organic chicken with browning sauce, Jamaican Green Seasoning, sea salt, all-purpose blend, smoked paprika, and Jamaican curry powder. Mix thoroughly, ensuring the chicken is well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight.
  2. Heat 4 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil in a deep skillet over medium heat. Once hot, sprinkle in the brown sugar, stirring until it begins to dissolve. Carefully add the marinated chicken to the skillet, searing for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add a little more oil if needed and heat over medium-low. Stir in an additional 2½ tablespoons of Jamaican curry powder, cooking for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add minced garlic, ginger, chopped scotch bonnet peppers, green onions, carrots, and bell pepper to the skillet, sautéing until vegetables start to soften, about 5 minutes. Mix in ground allspice, sea salt, and pepper.
  5. Pour in one can of full-fat coconut milk along with one cup of organic low-sodium chicken stock. Stir well, bring to a gentle boil, and then add the browned chicken, diced potatoes, crushed scallions, and fresh thyme. Reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes until chicken is fully cooked and tender.
  6. Serve hot over Basmati rice or alongside sautéed vegetables. Garnish with chopped green onions or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for an extra kick.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 3 hours or overnight for the best flavor. Leftovers deepen the flavors and can be enjoyed for several days.

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