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Authentic Jamaican Curry Chicken

A flavorful and aromatic dish featuring tender chicken simmered in a rich curry sauce with a blend of spices, perfect for serving with rice or roti.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Jamaican
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 2 pounds chicken thighs bone-in, skin-on for more flavor
Spices
  • 2 tablespoons Jamaican curry powder adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon allspice
  • 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Vegetables
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 inch ginger grated
  • 1 large bell pepper sliced
  • 2 medium carrots sliced
  • 2 cups chicken broth or water
Fats
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil for frying
Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro chopped, for garnish

Method
 

Prepare the Chicken
  1. Rinse the chicken thighs under cold water and pat dry. Season with salt, black pepper, and Jamaican curry powder. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
Cook the Chicken
  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
Sauté Vegetables
  1. In the same pot, add the chopped onion, garlic, ginger, bell pepper, and carrots. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
Simmer
  1. Return the browned chicken to the pot. Add the chicken broth and allspice. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 40-45 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
Serve
  1. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving. Enjoy with rice or roti.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For a spicier version, add Scotch bonnet pepper during cooking. Adjust the amount of curry powder based on your preference for spice.

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