Creamy Jamaican Chicken Curry with Coconut & Spice
Discover the vibrant flavors of the tropics with our Creamy Jamaican Chicken Curry with Coconut & Spice. This one-pot wonder combines tender chicken thighs simmered in creamy coconut milk and an aromatic blend of spices, resulting in a dish that’s both comforting and bursting with personality. Ideal for family dinners or entertaining guests, this recipe is straightforward, requiring minimal cleanup while delivering maximum taste. Serve it over fluffy rice or with warm naan for a satisfying meal that will transport you straight to a sunny Caribbean island.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 large carrot, diced
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 scotch bonnet pepper or 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
- 2 potatoes, diced
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken with curry powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté diced onions, bell peppers, and carrots until softened.
- Add marinated chicken and brown for about 5 minutes. Stir in diced potatoes and scotch bonnet or chili flakes.
- Pour in chicken stock and coconut milk; stir well and simmer for about 20 minutes until the chicken is tender and the sauce thickens.
- Serve hot over rice or with naan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 105mg