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Authentic Jamaican Curry Chicken – Spicy, Tender & Full of Island Flavor

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Authentic Jamaican curry chicken made with bold spices, tender chicken, and a rich, savory gravy. Perfectly spicy and deeply flavorful.

Ingredients

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  • 2–3 lbs bone-in chicken pieces

  • 3 tbsp Jamaican curry powder (divided)

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated

  • 1 tsp salt

  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

  • 1/2 onion, chopped

  • 2 scallions, chopped

  • 1/2 Scotch bonnet pepper, chopped

  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme

  • 1/2 tsp allspice or 4 pimento berries

  • 1.5 cups diced potatoes

  • 1/2 cup sliced carrots (optional)

  • 2 tbsp oil

  • 1–2 cups water or broth

  • 1/3 cup coconut milk (optional)

Instructions

  • Wash and dry chicken. Marinate with curry, garlic, ginger, herbs, pepper, onion, and salt. Chill for 2 hours or overnight.

  • Heat oil and “burn” 1 tbsp curry powder for 30–60 seconds.

  • Brown chicken pieces in batches.

  • Add potatoes, carrots, leftover marinade, and water or broth.

  • Simmer covered 35–40 minutes, until tender and sauce is thick.

  • Stir in coconut milk if using. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Notes

  • Use gloves when handling Scotch bonnet.

  • Serve with rice, plantains, or roti.

  • Store leftovers in fridge up to 4 days or freeze.

Find it online: https://simplehomeflavors.com/authentic-jamaican-curry-chicken-spicy-tender-full-of-island-flavor/