Curry Chicken (Best Authentic Jamaican Style)

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: habanero

Jalapeños are milder and easier to find.

Cut chicken into pieces and season with salt, chicken seasoning, all purpose seasoning, and curry powder.

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add seasoned chicken to the pot and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Remove chicken and set aside, leaving oil in the pot.

Add chopped onion, garlic, scallion, and thyme to the pot; sauté until fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in curry powder and cook for another minute to release flavors.

Add diced potatoes and pimento peppers; cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Return the chicken to the pot and stir to combine with vegetables.

Pour in enough water to cover the chicken; bring to a simmer.

Add the whole Scotch bonnet pepper; cover and cook until chicken is tender.

Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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