Description
This Authentic Jamaican Curry Chicken recipe features bone-in chicken simmered in a rich and spicy curry sauce made with traditional Jamaican curry powder, scotch bonnet pepper, and fresh herbs. Perfect for a comforting Caribbean dinner, it’s bold, flavorful, and easy to make. Enjoy with rice, roti, or fried plantains for the ultimate meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chicken (bone-in, skinless thighs or drumsticks)
- 3 tablespoons Jamaican curry powder
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped
- 1 scotch bonnet pepper, seeded and chopped
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon pimento seeds (whole allspice)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 1/2 cups water or chicken broth
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced (optional)
Instructions
- Clean and pat dry the chicken pieces, then season with salt, black pepper, 2 tablespoons of curry powder, garlic, ginger, green onions, and thyme. Let marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon curry powder and toast it for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the marinated chicken and brown on all sides, working in batches to avoid overcrowding.
- Add the chopped onion, pimento seeds, and scotch bonnet pepper. Pour in water or broth to cover the chicken. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 30 to 40 minutes.
- Add diced potatoes if using, and continue cooking uncovered for 15 to 20 minutes to thicken the sauce. Stir occasionally.
- Taste and adjust salt or pepper if needed before serving.
Notes
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 30-40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Jamaican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg