Authentic Jamaican Curry Chicken: A Flavorful Adventure at Home
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Experience the rich flavors of Jamaica with this authentic curry chicken recipe that you can recreate in the comfort of your home.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Jamaican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 2 pounds chicken, cut into pieces
- 2 tablespoons Jamaican curry powder
- 1 teaspoon allspice
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 carrot, chopped
- 1 scotch bonnet pepper, whole
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Salt to taste
- In a large bowl, combine the chicken with curry powder, allspice, and salt. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the onion, garlic, and bell pepper, and sauté until soft.
- Add the marinated chicken to the pot and fry until browned on all sides.
- Stir in the carrot, chicken broth, and scotch bonnet pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 30-40 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove the scotch bonnet pepper and serve hot.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, you can leave the scotch bonnet pepper intact while cooking.
- Serve with rice and peas for an authentic Jamaican experience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg