HOW TO MAKE JAMAICAN STYLE CURRY CHICKEN | EASY AND DELICIOUS RECIPE TUTORIAL

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: banana pepper

Jalapeños provide heat with fewer calories, while banana peppers are milder and more affordable.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

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

Start with 2 pounds of cleaned skinless chicken, cut off the skin if necessary.

Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the chicken and massage the seasonings in.

Add 1 whole small bell pepper, 1/2 chopped yellow onion, and 2 chopped stalks of green onion to the chicken.

Add 1 teaspoon of fresh minced ginger and 1 tablespoon of minced garlic.

Add 2 tablespoons of lime juice, 1 tablespoon of black pepper, and 1-2 tablespoons of adobo seasoning.

Add 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon of Jamaican style curry powder and 1 teaspoon of kosher salt.

Use a Ziploc bag to mix everything and refrigerate to marinate for 30 minutes to 2 hours.

Heat a heavy bottom pan or Dutch oven over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil.

Sear the marinated chicken on both sides for about 3-5 minutes, moving it around to prevent sticking.

Add a little butter and the leftover marinated veggies to the pan, mixing quickly without cooking them down.

Add 2 cups of low sodium chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up any sticky bits.

Add 1 cup of unsweetened coconut milk, or substitute with another cup of chicken broth if desired.

Return the chicken to the pan, ensuring it is mostly covered by the liquid.

Add a few potatoes for extra flavor, ensuring they are submerged in the broth.

Add 1 scotch bonnet pepper, fresh thyme, and additional lime juice.

Optionally, add 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper for extra spice and salt to taste.

Reduce the heat to low-medium, cover, and cook for 30-45 minutes, checking periodically to prevent burning.

After 15 minutes, stir the chicken to prevent sticking and burning, especially if cooking on an open flame.

Add carrots for additional sweetness if desired and continue cooking.

After about 30 minutes, check for tenderness and sauce consistency, adding more liquid if necessary.

Once done, plate the curry chicken over rice and serve.

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