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Authentic Jamaican Curry Chicken Recipe

Authentic Jamaican Curry Chicken

This authentic Jamaican curry chicken recipe brings the flavors of the Caribbean to your kitchen with a spicy, savory sauce and tender chicken.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Marinating Time 3 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Jamaican
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 3-4 lbs organic chicken skin removed
  • 1-2 Tbsps browning optional
  • 2-3 Tbsps Jamaican Green Seasoning or all-purpose seasoning
  • 2 Tbsps Jamaican curry powder
  • 2 tsps On Everything All-Purpose Blend or make your own blend
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
Spicy Jamaican Curry Sauce
  • 4 Tbsps Extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 Tbsps organic brown sugar
  • 14 oz full-fat coconut milk
  • 2 medium russet potatoes peeled and cubed
  • 2 medium carrots peeled and chopped
  • 1 medium bell pepper cored removed and chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tsps minced fresh ginger or ½ teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1-3 scotch bonnet peppers adjust to spiciness
  • 2 green onions lightly crushed or chopped
  • 2 fresh thyme sprigs
  • 1 cup organic chicken stock low-sodium
  • 2 ½ Tbsps Jamaican curry powder
  • 1 tablespoon Jamaican pepper sauce
  • 1 teaspoon ground allspice
  • sea salt
  • black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Deep Skillet or Pot

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, add your freshly cleaned + rinsed chicken along with browning, Green Seasoning, salt, All-Purpose Blend, smoked paprika, and curry powder, mixing everything together until chicken is fully coated. Add coated chicken to a securely sealed ziplock bag and place in the refrigerator for 3 hours (minimum). NOTE: Best if marinaded overnight. When ready to use, let chicken sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes before cooking.
  2. In a deep skillet or pot over medium-high heat, add 2 Tbsps of olive oil and once fully heated, add the brown sugar. Stir the brown sugar in oil and let it sit until it becomes wet like in texture in semi-dissolves. Now, add in the marinated chicken and cook on each side until seared, about 3-4 minutes each side. Remove from heat and set aside on a plate.
  3. If using authentic Jamaican curry powder, it's super important to first 'burn' your powder. In the same deep skillet or pot over medium-high heat, add another 2 Tbsps olive oil and once fully heated, add curry powder. Stir curry powder in oil and let it sit until it becomes a dark brown and becomes fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add the minced garlic, ginger, scotch bonnet peppers, green onions, carrots, and bell peppers, sautéing until fragrant and golden. Add the allspice, salt, and black pepper, stirring until combined. Pour in the coconut milk, chicken stock/broth, and pepper sauce, stirring until combined. Let the mixture boil for a minute or so before adding the chicken, cubed potatoes, crushed scallion (aka green onions), and thyme sprigs, stirring to incorporate. Reduce the heat to simmer for about 20-25 minutes or until sauce thickens and the chicken is cooked through and tender, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat once done.
  5. To serve, enjoy the curry chicken with your favorite side (i.e. rice, veggies, etc.). Garnish with a bit of chopped scallion and/or sprinkles of red pepper flakes, if desired. Bon Appétit!

Notes

For the best flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Adjust the number of scotch bonnet peppers to your preferred spice level. Burning the curry powder is essential for bringing out its full flavor.