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Authentic Jamaican Curry Chicken

Authentic Jamaican Curry Chicken

This Authentic Jamaican Curry Chicken recipe delights with vibrant flavors and tender chicken, perfect for impressing guests and satisfying your taste buds.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Marinating Time 3 hours
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner Recipes
Cuisine: Jamaican
Calories: 723

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Marinade
  • 3-4 lbs. organic chicken, skin removed
  • 1-2 Tbsps browning optional
  • 2-3 Tbsps Jamaican Green Seasoning
  • 2 Tbsps Jamaican curry powder
  • 2 tsps On Everything All-Purpose Blend
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 4 Tbsps extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 Tbsps organic brown sugar
Coconut Sauce and Vegetables
  • 1 14 oz. can full-fat coconut milk
  • 2 medium russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 1 medium bell pepper, cored and chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tsps minced fresh ginger
  • 1-3 pieces scotch bonnet peppers adjust to taste
  • 2 pieces green onions, lightly crushed or chopped
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 1 cup organic chicken stock, low-sodium
  • 2 ½ Tbsps Jamaican curry powder
  • 1 tablespoon Jamaican pepper sauce
  • 1 teaspoon ground allspice
  • sea salt + black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • Ziplock Bag
  • Deep skillet
  • Measuring spoons
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

Marinating
  1. In a large bowl, add chicken along with browning, Green Seasoning, salt, All-Purpose Blend, smoked paprika, and curry powder. Mix until chicken is fully coated. Transfer to a ziplock bag and refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
Cooking
  1. In a deep skillet, heat 2 Tbsps of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add brown sugar and stir until it becomes wet and semi-dissolved. Add marinated chicken and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side. Remove from heat and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add another 2 Tbsps olive oil over medium-high heat. Add curry powder and stir until dark brown and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add minced garlic, ginger, scotch bonnet peppers, green onions, carrots, and bell peppers. Sauté until fragrant and golden. Stir in allspice, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Pour in coconut milk, chicken stock, and pepper sauce. Let boil for a minute before adding chicken, cubed potatoes, crushed scallion, and thyme sprigs. Stir to incorporate.
  5. Reduce heat to simmer for about 20-25 minutes or until the sauce thickens and chicken is cooked through. Remove from heat.
  6. Serve curry chicken with your choice of sides and garnish with chopped scallion or red pepper flakes if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 723kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 79gFat: 27gSodium: 973mgFiber: 6gSugar: 11g

Notes

This dish can easily be adapted for vegetarian preferences by substituting chicken with tofu or chickpeas and adding more vegetables to enhance the flavor and texture.

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