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Jamaican Curry Chicken

Savory Jamaican Curry Chicken: A Comforting Flavor Journey

This Jamaican Curry Chicken features tender chicken in a rich coconut sauce, combining warm spices for a comforting meal that’s both dairy-free and gluten-free.
Prep Time 3 hours
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Jamaican
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 3-4 lbs Organic Chicken skin removed
  • 1-2 Tbsps Browning Sauce optional
  • 2-3 Tbsps Jamaican Green Seasoning
For the Spices
  • 2-2.5 Tbsps Jamaican Curry Powder
  • 1 tsp Sea Salt adjust to taste
  • ½ tsp Smoked Paprika optional
  • 1 tsp Ground Allspice
For the Sauce
  • 4 Tbsps Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2 Tbsps Brown Sugar optional
  • 1 can (14 oz) Coconut Milk full-fat
  • 1 cup Chicken Stock low-sodium
For the Vegetables
  • 2 medium Potatoes peeled & cubed
  • 2 medium Carrots peeled & chopped
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 tsps Ginger fresh minced
  • 1-3 Scotch Bonnet Peppers to taste
  • 2 Green Onions lightly crushed or chopped
  • 2 Thyme Sprigs fresh
For Extra Heat
  • 1 Tbsp Jamaican Pepper Sauce optional

Equipment

  • Deep skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • ziplock bag

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Jamaican Curry Chicken
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken with browning sauce, Jamaican green seasoning, sea salt, smoked paprika, and curry powder. Marinate for 3 hours or overnight.
  2. Heat olive oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Sprinkle in brown sugar and stir until it dissolves. Sear the marinated chicken pieces for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  3. In the same skillet, add more oil if needed, then stir in curry powder, cooking for 2-3 minutes until dark brown and fragrant.
  4. Add garlic, ginger, scotch bonnet peppers, green onions, carrots, and bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until aromatic.
  5. Pour in coconut milk and chicken stock, stirring well. Bring to a gentle boil, then return the browned chicken with cubed potatoes and thyme.
  6. Reduce to a simmer and cover. Cook for 20-25 minutes until chicken is tender and sauce thickens. Stir occasionally.
  7. Serve the Jamaican Curry Chicken over rice or with veggies. Garnish with sliced scallions and red pepper flakes if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate chicken overnight for deeper flavors. Ensure proper browning for added depth. Adjust heat level with scotch bonnet peppers; use full-fat coconut milk for creaminess.

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