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Jamaican Curry Chicken

Savory Jamaican Curry Chicken for a Taste of Paradise

This Jamaican Curry Chicken is a flavorful and immersive dish, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Marinating Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Jamaican
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 3-4 lbs Organic Chicken skinless
  • 1-2 Tbsps Browning Sauce optional
For the Marinade
  • 2-3 Tbsps Jamaican Green Seasoning or all-purpose seasoning
  • 2-3 Tbsps Jamaican Curry Powder burn before using
  • 1 tsp Sea Salt
  • ½ tsp Smoked Paprika
For the Sauce
  • 4 Tbsps Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2 Tbsps Brown Sugar adjust or omit to taste
  • 14 oz Full-fat Coconut Milk unsweetened, 1 can
  • 1 cup Organic Chicken Stock low-sodium
For the Vegetables
  • 2 Russet Potatoes peeled & cubed
  • 2 Carrots peeled & chopped
  • 1 Bell Pepper chopped
  • 3 Garlic Cloves minced
  • 2 tsps Fresh Ginger minced, or ground ginger
For Extra Heat
  • 1-3 Scotch Bonnet Peppers adjust to taste
  • 1 Tbsp Jamaican Pepper Sauce use favorite hot sauce
Finishing Touches
  • 2 Green Onions chopped
  • 2 Fresh Thyme Sprigs
  • 1 tsp Ground Allspice
  • Sea Salt & Black Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Skillet
  • measuring cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Marinate the chicken by coating it with browning sauce, Jamaican green seasoning, sea salt, smoked paprika, and Jamaican curry powder. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
  2. Brown the chicken in a skillet with olive oil and brown sugar for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden.
  3. Burn the curry powder in the skillet until fragrant, careful not to let it burn.
  4. Make the sauce by adding garlic, ginger, vegetables, coconut milk, stock, and pepper sauce. Bring to a brief boil.
  5. Simmer the chicken in the sauce on low for 20-25 minutes until tender.
  6. Serve with rice or sautéed vegetables, garnishing with green onions or red pepper flakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingsCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 30IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Marinate overnight for maximum flavor. Always serve with a side of rice or bread to enhance the dining experience.

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