Description
Jamaican Curry Chicken is a vibrant, flavorful dish that brings the essence of the Caribbean right to your table. This easy-to-make recipe features tender chicken thighs simmered in a rich coconut milk sauce infused with authentic Jamaican curry spices, ginger, and garlic. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, serve it alongside fluffy rice or warm naan to enjoy every drop of its delicious sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons Jamaican curry powder
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1 medium sweet onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (mixed colors)
- 1 scotch bonnet pepper, diced (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the chicken into bite-sized pieces and dicing the onion and bell peppers.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add oil and sauté onions until translucent. Add minced garlic and grated ginger; cook until fragrant.
- Stir in chicken pieces along with curry powder and diced scotch bonnet pepper. Cook until chicken is golden brown.
- Pour in coconut milk and chicken broth; stir well to combine.
- Lower the heat and let simmer for about 20 minutes until flavors meld.
- Add bell peppers during the last five minutes of cooking for added crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Jamaican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 90mg