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Authentic Jamaican Curry Chicken

Spice Up Dinner with Authentic Jamaican Curry Chicken

This Authentic Jamaican Curry Chicken is a delightful dish featuring tender chicken enveloped in a spicy coconut sauce, perfect for a warm and satisfying meal.
Prep Time 3 hours
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Jamaican
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 kg organic chicken skin removed
  • 2 tbsp browning sauce optional
For the Spice Mixture
  • 1/4 cup Jamaican green seasoning essential for authenticity
  • 2 tbsp Jamaican curry powder source from trusted vendor
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp ginger grated
For the Heat
  • 1 piece scotch bonnet pepper adjust quantity based on heat tolerance
For the Sauce
  • 1 can coconut milk full-fat recommended
  • 2 medium potatoes cubed
  • 2 medium carrots diced
  • 1 cup chicken stock low-sodium recommended
For Garnishing
  • 1 medium bell pepper chopped
  • 2 stalks green onions finely chopped

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • skillet
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Combine organic chicken with browning sauce, Jamaican green seasoning, and curry powder in a large bowl. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight.
  2. Allow chicken to sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before cooking.
Cooking
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add 1 teaspoon of brown sugar and let it dissolve. Add marinated chicken pieces and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  2. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil and stir in Jamaican curry powder, cooking for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add minced garlic, grated ginger, chopped scotch bonnet, diced carrots, and bell pepper. Sauté for 5 minutes.
  5. Pour in coconut milk and chicken stock, combine, and bring to a gentle boil.
  6. Add browned chicken and cubed potatoes, stir to submerge the chicken. Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes.
  7. Remove from heat and garnish with green onions before serving hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Marinate chicken overnight for best flavor. Adjust heat with scotch bonnet based on preference. Enjoy with rice or sautéed vegetables.

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