Jamaican Curry Chicken Recipe
This authentic Jamaican Curry Chicken Recipe brings the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean right to your kitchen.
Equipment
- Large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven
- Sharp chef's knife
- Cutting board
- Wooden spoon
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Small bowl for spice mixing
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken cut into pieces
- 3 tbsp Jamaican curry powder
- 1 large onion diced
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 scotch bonnet pepper seeded, minced
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 medium potatoes cubed
- 1 tsp thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 scallions chopped
Instructions
- Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper thoroughly.
- Heat oil in large pot over medium heat.
- Add curry powder to hot oil carefully.
- Toast spices for thirty seconds until fragrant.
- Add chicken pieces to the seasoned oil.
- Brown chicken on all sides for five minutes.
- Remove chicken and set aside on plate.
- Add onions to the same pot immediately.
- Cook onions until soft and translucent completely.
- Add garlic and scotch bonnet pepper next.
- Stir mixture for one minute until aromatic.
- Return browned chicken to the hot pot.
- Pour coconut milk over chicken pieces slowly.
- Add chicken broth and bring to boil.
- Add potatoes, thyme, and bay leaves carefully.
- Reduce heat and simmer for thirty minutes.
- Stir occasionally until chicken is tender completely.
- Garnish with fresh scallions before serving immediately.
Notes
- This releases essential oils and prevents bitter taste in your Jamaican Curry Chicken Recipe.
- These peppers are extremely hot, so start with less and add more if needed.
- Searing chicken creates deep flavor that makes this dish authentic.
- Low, slow cooking ensures tender chicken and well-developed flavors.
- Use fresh thyme when possible for the most authentic Caribbean taste.