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Authentic Jamaican Curry Chicken Recipe

Authentic Jamaican Curry Chicken Recipe
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Transport your taste buds to the sunny shores of Jamaica with this fragrant and spicy Authentic Jamaican Curry Chicken recipe. Tender chicken simmered in a sauce of hot peppers, coconut milk, and a blend of Jamaican spices, this dish is a nostalgic comfort food that’s completely dairy-free with a gluten-free option.

Ingredients

CHICKEN:

  • 3–4 lbs. organic chicken, skin removed (Drumsticks + Thigh pieces work great!)
  • 1–2 Tbsps browning, optional
  • 2–3 Tbsps Jamaican Green Seasoning
  • 2 Tbsps Jamaican curry powder
  • 2 tsps On Everything All-Purpose Blend
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika

SPICY JAMAICAN CURRY SAUCE:

  • 4 Tbsps Extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 Tbsps organic brown sugar
  • 1 (14 oz.) can full-fat coconut milk
  • 2 medium russet potatoes, peeled + cubed
  • 2 medium carrots, peeled + chopped
  • 1 medium bell pepper, cored removed + chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tsps minced fresh ginger
  • 1–3 scotch bonnet peppers
  • 2 green onions, lightly crushed or chopped
  • 2 fresh thyme sprigs
  • 1 cup organic chicken stock, low-sodium
  • 2 ½ Tbsps Jamaican curry powder
  • 1 tablespoon Jamaican pepper sauce
  • 1 teaspoon ground allspice
  • sea salt + black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. MARINATE THE CHICKEN: In a large bowl, combine chicken with seasonings and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours.
  2. BROWN THE CHICKEN: Sear marinated chicken in a skillet until browned. Set aside.
  3. BURN THE CURRY POWDER: Burn curry powder in the skillet until fragrant.
  4. MAKE THE CURRY SAUCE: Sauté aromatics, add coconut milk and stock, then simmer with chicken and vegetables until cooked through.
  5. Serve hot with your favorite side dish.

Notes

  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3-4 days.
  • Add turmeric for extra health benefits.
  • Find Jamaican seasonings on Amazon if not available locally.
  • Burn curry powder for better flavor and digestion.
  • Ensure gluten-free ingredients for a GF option.
  • Make a homemade all-purpose blend if needed.

Nutrition

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