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Jamaican Curry Chicken Recipe + VIDEO
Spicy Jamaican Curry Chicken is a classic Caribbean yellow curry recipe made with chicken, potatoes, carrots, and lots of vibrant seasonings.
Prep Time
40 mins
Cook Time
40 mins
Total Time
1 hr 15 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 608 kcal
Course:
Main Course , Dinner
Cuisine:
Jamaican , Caribbean
Ingredients
- 1 lime juiced
- 5 pounds bone-in chicken pieces I used drumsticks and thighs
- 1 large onion peeled and chopped
- 5-6 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ cup curry powder
- 3 tablespoons adobo seasoning or all-purpose chicken seasoning
- 1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1-2 habanero peppers scotch bonnet, seeded and minced
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- 3 cups chopped potatoes peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 cups chopped carrots
- 1 ½ cups chopped bell pepper cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 cups chicken broth
Instructions
- Prep the Chicken: Set out a large mixing bowl. Remove the chicken skins, leaving the meat and bones intact. Place the chicken in the bowl and discard the skins. Pour the lime juice over the top of the chicken and toss them to coat.
- Marinate: To the chicken, add the chopped onion, garlic, curry powder, adobo seasoning, ginger, thyme, allspice, and habanero. Toss well to coat. Then allow the chicken to rest and marinate for at least 30 minutes. (If you want to do this ahead, cover the bowl with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator.)
- Brown the Chicken: Set a large 6-8 quart saucepot over medium heat. Add the oil. Once hot, add half the chicken pieces. Brown the chicken on both sides, for 2-3 minutes. Remove the chicken pieces, then brown the remaining chicken pieces in the oil for 2-3 minutes per side. Add the first batch of chicken back to the pot. Then pour in all the onions and seasonings from the bowl. Use tongs to stir the onions and garlic to the bottom of the pot to brown for 2-3 minutes.
- Simmer: Pour in the chopped potatoes, carrots, bell peppers, and chicken broth. Stir well. Cover and simmer for 25 minutes, reducing the heat if needed. Then uncover and simmer another 5 minutes to thicken the broth. Once the potatoes and carrots are fork-tender, taste, then salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve: Enjoy warm with rice or Jamaican Peas and Rice.
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Notes
- Use our homemade adobo seasoning to cut down on grocery cost.
- Use our homemade adobo seasoning to cut down on grocery cost.
- This Jamaican Curry Chicken recipe is great to make ahead! Let the curry cool, then transfer to an airtight container. Keep in the fridge for up to 3-4 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Defrost in the fridge overnight, and reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave.
Nutrition Information
Serving
2pcs
Calories
608kcal
(30%)
Carbohydrates
29g
(10%)
Protein
40g
(80%)
Fat
37g
(57%)
Saturated Fat
14g
(70%)
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
145mg
(48%)
Sodium
493mg
(21%)
Potassium
1129mg
(32%)
Fiber
7g
(28%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
6626IU
(133%)
Vitamin C
71mg
(79%)
Calcium
101mg
(10%)
Iron
5mg
(28%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 608
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2pcs | |
| Calories | 608kcal | 30% |
| Carbohydrates | 29g | 10% |
| Protein | 40g | 80% |
| Fat | 37g | 57% |
| Saturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 145mg | 48% |
| Sodium | 493mg | 21% |
| Potassium | 1129mg | 24% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 6626IU | 133% |
| Vitamin C | 71mg | 79% |
| Calcium | 101mg | 10% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.