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Authentic Jamaican Curry Chicken: Easy Recipe for Flavor Lovers

Authentic Jamaican Curry Chicken

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This Authentic Jamaican Curry Chicken recipe is perfect for flavor lovers, offering a delightful balance of spices that capture the essence of Jamaican cooking.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds chicken pieces
  • 2 tablespoons Jamaican curry powder
  • 1 tablespoon allspice
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch ginger, grated
  • 1 Scotch bonnet pepper, chopped
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, coat chicken with Jamaican curry powder, allspice, salt, and pepper; let it marinate for at least 1 hour.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a pot over medium heat; sauté onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant.
  3. Add marinated chicken and cook until brown on all sides.
  4. Stir in Scotch bonnet pepper, thyme, coconut milk, and chicken broth; bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 30-40 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
  6. Adjust seasoning to taste and serve hot.

Notes

  • For a milder dish, remove the seeds from the Scotch bonnet pepper.
  • Serve with rice and peas for an authentic experience.

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