Description
Jamaican Curry Chicken is a vibrant, flavorful dish that combines tender chicken simmered in a spicy, creamy curry sauce. This recipe bursts with aromatic spices and is perfect for any gathering, making it a crowd-pleaser. Serve it over rice or with roti to soak up the rich sauce, and enjoy a taste of Jamaica in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp Jamaican curry powder
- 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece ginger, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (mixed colors)
- 1 Scotch bonnet pepper (optional)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (low-sodium)
- 2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tsp brown sugar
Instructions
- Marinate chicken: Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and marinate with salt, pepper, and half of the curry powder for 30 minutes.
- Sauté aromatics: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat; add onions and cook until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Cook chicken: Add marinated chicken and remaining curry powder; brown on all sides (7-10 minutes).
- Add coconut milk: Stir in coconut milk and simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Incorporate veggies: Add bell peppers and optional Scotch bonnet; simmer for 15-20 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Taste and adjust: Season with additional soy sauce or lime juice as desired.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Jamaican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 352
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 589mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 88mg