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Authentic Jamaican Curry Chicken

Authentic Jamaican Curry Chicken

Experience the vibrant flavors of Authentic Jamaican Curry Chicken, a comforting dish with spices, tender chicken, and creamy coconut milk.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course main dish
Cuisine Jamaican
Servings 4 servings
Calories 400 kcal

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Skillet
  • pot
  • ziplock bag

Ingredients
  

CHICKEN

  • 3-4 lbs organic chicken, skin removed (Drumsticks + Thigh pieces work great!)
  • 1-2 Tbsps browning optional
  • 2-3 Tbsps Jamaican Green Seasoning (You can substitute with all-purpose seasoning!)
  • 2 Tbsps Jamaican curry powder
  • 2 tsps On Everything All-Purpose Blend (You can purchase for authentic flavor or make your own)
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika

SPICY JAMAICAN CURRY SAUCE

  • 4 Tbsps Extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 Tbsps organic brown sugar
  • 1 14 oz can full-fat coconut milk
  • 2 medium russet potatoes, peeled + cubed
  • 2 medium carrots, peeled + chopped
  • 1 medium bell pepper, cored + chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tsps minced fresh ginger (You can substitute with ½ teaspoon ground ginger)
  • 1-3 pieces scotch bonnet peppers (Adjust to your level of spiciness)
  • 2 pieces green onions, lightly crushed or chopped (AKA Scallion)
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 1 cup organic chicken stock, low-sodium
  • 2 ½ Tbsps Jamaican curry powder
  • 1 tablespoon Jamaican pepper sauce (You can substitute with your favorite brand of hot sauce)
  • 1 teaspoon ground allspice
  • sea salt + black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

MARINATE THE CHICKEN

  • In a large bowl, add your freshly cleaned + rinsed chicken along with browning, Green Seasoning, salt, All-Purpose Blend, smoked paprika, and curry powder, mixing everything together until chicken is fully coated. Add coated chicken to a securely sealed ziplock bag and place in the refrigerator for 3 hours (minimum). Best if marinaded overnight. When ready to use, let chicken sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes before cooking.

BROWN THE CHICKEN

  • In a deep skillet or pot over medium-high heat, add 2 Tbsps of olive oil and once fully heated, add the brown sugar. Stir the brown sugar in oil and let it sit until it becomes wet in texture and semi-dissolves. Now, add in the marinated chicken and cook on each side until seared, about 3-4 minutes each side. Remove from heat and set aside on a plate.

BURN THE CURRY POWDER

  • In the same deep skillet or pot over medium-high heat, add another 2 Tbsps olive oil and once fully heated, add curry powder. Stir curry powder in oil and let it sit until it becomes a dark brown and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

TO MAKE THE CURRY SAUCE

  • Add the minced garlic, ginger, scotch bonnet peppers, green onions, carrots, and bell peppers, sautéing until fragrant and golden. Add the allspice, salt, and black pepper, stirring until combined.
  • Pour in the coconut milk, chicken stock/broth, and pepper sauce, stirring until combined. Let the mixture boil for a minute or so before adding the chicken, cubed potatoes, crushed scallion, and thyme sprigs, stirring to incorporate. Reduce the heat to simmer for about 20-25 minutes or until sauce thickens and the chicken is cooked through and tender, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat once done.
  • To serve, enjoy the curry chicken with your favorite side, garnish with a bit of chopped scallion and/or sprinkles of red pepper flakes, if desired.

Notes

Completely Dairy-free + Gluten-free option.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 850mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg
Keyword authentic recipes, comfort food, curry chicken, dairy-free, Jamaican curry, spicy chicken
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