Description
A flavorful and comforting Jamaican curry chicken dish that is easy to prepare and packed with vibrant Caribbean flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chicken thighs or drumsticks
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 1 teaspoon allspice
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic, and bell pepper, and sauté until softened, about 3-5 minutes.
- Sprinkle in the curry powder and allspice, stirring for 1 minute.
- Add the chicken pieces to the pot, season with salt and pepper, and brown on all sides for about 5-7 minutes.
- Pour in the coconut milk and chicken broth, bringing the mixture to a simmer. Cover and cook for about 30-40 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and tender. Adjust seasoning as needed and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
For deeper flavor, marinate the chicken in spices and coconut milk a few hours before cooking. Feel free to add vegetables like carrots or peas for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Jamaican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg