Description
A flavorful Jamaican dish featuring tender chicken, aromatic spices, and creamy coconut milk, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chicken, cut into pieces
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 1 tablespoon allspice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 hot peppers, chopped (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- Fresh thyme to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a large bowl, combine the chicken with curry powder, allspice, and salt. Let it sit for at least 30 minutes to soak in all the flavors.
- Sauté aromatics: Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until softened and fragrant.
- Brown the chicken: Add the marinated chicken to the pot and brown it on all sides, creating a beautiful golden color.
- Add heat and flavor: Stir in the chopped hot peppers and grated ginger, mixing everything together to infuse those aromatic notes.
- Simmer the mixture: Pour in the chicken stock and coconut milk, then bring it all to a gentle simmer.
- Cook until tender: Throw in fresh thyme, cover the pot, and let it cook for about 30-40 minutes, or until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and tender.
- Serve: Pair your delicious curry with rice or flatbread and enjoy!
Notes
For added nutrition, consider including vegetables such as bell peppers or carrots. Adjust the heat level by varying the amount of hot peppers used.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg