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Coconut Curry Chicken

Cultural Context

Coconut Curry Chicken is a beloved dish in Jamaican cuisine, showcasing the island's rich flavors and tropical ingredients. Traditionally enjoyed during family gatherings, this dish reflects the influence of Indian cooking techniques brought by indentured laborers. Today, it has gained popularity beyond Jamaica, becoming a favorite in Caribbean restaurants worldwide, appreciated for its creamy texture and aromatic spices.

JamaicanJMmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
5 chicken breasts
1 large can crushed tomatoes
2 cans coconut milk
1 heaping tablespoon curry powder
1 teaspoon salt
Normandy vegetables (carrots, broccoli, cauliflower, squash)

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: coconut cream

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu offers a plant-based option, while thighs are more economical.

1

Take 5 chicken breasts from the bag.

2

Use Normandy vegetables from Sam's Club, which include carrots, broccoli, cauliflower, and squash.

3

Open a large can of crushed tomatoes and pour it into a bowl.

4

Add 2 cans of coconut milk to the bowl.

5

Add 1 heaping tablespoon of curry powder to the mixture.

6

Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the mixture, possibly a little more.

7

Whisk the mixture together until combined.

8

Pour the mixture over the chicken and vegetables in the slow cooker.

9

Set the slow cooker to high and cook for 5 hours, using frozen chicken.

10

After cooking, remove the chicken breasts from the slow cooker and shred them with forks.

11

Stir the shredded chicken back into the sauce and vegetables.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

slow cooker

Spice Level:

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Dietary

dairy-freegluten-free

Also Known As

Jamaican Coconut Curry ChickenCoconut Chicken Curry

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