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Authentic Jamaican Curry Chicken

Easy Authentic Jamaican Curry Chicken Recipe for Flavor Lovers

Authentic Jamaican Curry Chicken bursts with flavor and vibrant spices, making it a meal to remember.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Jamaican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons Jamaican curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon allspice
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 inch ginger grated
  • 1 large bell pepper sliced
  • 2 medium carrots sliced
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro for garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add chicken thighs and brown on all sides.
  3. Remove chicken and set aside.
  4. In the same pot, add chopped onion, minced garlic, grated ginger, sliced bell pepper, and sliced carrots. Sauté until softened.
  5. Stir in Jamaican curry powder, allspice, salt, and black pepper.
  6. Return chicken to the pot and add chicken broth.
  7. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 60 minutes, or until chicken is tender.
  8. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 25g

Notes

Feel free to swap chicken thighs for breast or chickpeas for a vegetarian twist. Enhance spice level or add coconut milk for creaminess.

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