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Plate of flavorful Jamaican Curry Chicken garnished with herbs

Jamaican Curry Chicken

A delightful and hearty dish bursting with flavor and warmth, perfect for cozy family dinners or meal prepping with a taste of the Caribbean.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Caribbean, Jamaican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Protein
  • 1.5 lbs 1.5 lbs chicken, cut into pieces
Spices
  • 2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons curry powder
Veggies
  • 1 onion 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 bell pepper 1 bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 carrot 1 carrot, sliced
  • 2 cloves 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch 1 inch ginger, grated
Sauce
  • 1 can 1 can coconut milk
  • 1 cup 1 cup chicken broth
Cooking Essentials
  • 2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Toppings
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion, garlic, and ginger; sauté until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the curry powder and cook for an additional minute.
  4. Add the chicken pieces and brown on all sides.
  5. Include the bell pepper and carrot, mixing well.
  6. Pour in the coconut milk and chicken broth, then bring to a simmer.
  7. Season with salt and pepper, and let it cook for 30 minutes until chicken is tender.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Notes

Allow the chicken to simmer fully to absorb all the flavors. Adjust the heat with chopped chili or cayenne pepper as desired. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days and it freezes well.