Authentic Jamaican Curry Chicken: Easy and Flavorful at Home
A flavorful and easy recipe for Authentic Jamaican Curry Chicken, perfect for home cooks.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Jamaican
- Diet: Gluten-free
- 2 pounds chicken pieces
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch piece of ginger, grated
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 cups water
- Marinate the chicken with curry powder, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a pot over medium heat and sauté onion, bell pepper, garlic, and ginger until fragrant.
- Add marinated chicken and cook until browned.
- Pour in coconut milk, water, and add carrots.
- Simmer for 30 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
- Serve hot with rice.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add chopped Scotch bonnet peppers.
- Pair with rice and peas for a traditional meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Authentic Jamaican Curry Chicken