Jamaican Curried Chicken & Peas Recipe - West Indian

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + coconut extract

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: red chili

Jalapeños provide heat with less intensity.

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Canned beans are more accessible and budget-friendly.

chicken pieces

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu offers a plant-based option, while thighs are less expensive than breasts.

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

Add chopped onion, garlic, and ginger; sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in curry powder and cook for 1 minute to release aroma.

Add chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Incorporate bell pepper, thyme, and scotch bonnet pepper; stir well.

Pour in coconut milk and bring to a simmer.

Add chickpeas and bay leaves; cover and cook for 25-30 minutes, until chicken is tender.

Remove bay leaves and stir in lime juice, salt, and black pepper to taste.

Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

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