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Simple Jamaican Curry Chicken cooked to perfection, with golden, tender chicken pieces in a rich, aromatic curry sauce, garnished with fresh herbs.
Sonia Khan

Jamaican Curry Chicken Recipe

This authentic Jamaican Curry Chicken recipe is bold, flavorful, and comforting, made with tender chicken, Jamaican curry powder, fresh herbs, and a rich curry gravy. It’s a one-pot Caribbean-style dinner that’s easy to make and perfect for family meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: carribean, jamaican
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5-2 lbs bone-in chicken thighs or drumsticks
  • 2 tbsp Jamaican curry powder plus extra for blooming
  • 2 tbsp oil
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 3-4 garlic cloves minced
  • 2-3 green onions chopped
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme
  • 1 Scotch bonnet pepper adjust to taste
  • 2 medium potatoes chopped
  • 1 bell pepper sliced
  • 2 cups chicken broth or water
  • 1 tsp allspice
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • 1 skilllet
  • 1 pot

Method
 

  1. Season chicken with salt, pepper, allspice, garlic, and curry powder. Marinate 30 minutes or overnight.
  2. Heat oil in a large pot and bloom curry powder for 20-30 seconds.
  3. Add chicken and sear until lightly browned.
  4. Add onion, garlic, green onion, thyme, and bell pepper. Cook until fragrant.
  5. Pour in broth, add potatoes and Scotch bonnet pepper. Stir well.
  6. Cover and simmer on low for 25-35 minutes until chicken is tender.
  7. Adjust seasoning and cook until curry gravy thickens.
  8. Serve hot with rice or roti.

Notes

Tips & Notes

  • For extra richness, you can add a splash of coconut milk, but it’s optional.
  • Toasting the curry powder is key to deepen the flavor.
  • Adjust heat by adding or omitting the Scotch bonnet pepper.