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Authentic One-Pot Jamaican Curry Chicken with Potatoes

A close-up of rich, yellow Jamaican curry chicken pieces mixed with chunks of potato in a white bowl.
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Make tender, flavorful Jamaican Curry Chicken in a single pot. This recipe uses traditional spices and coconut milk for a rich Caribbean dinner that is simple to clean up.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs bone-in chicken pieces
  • 2 tablespoons Jamaican curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons cooking oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
  • 3 cups water
  • 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 sprig fresh thyme
  • 1 Scotch bonnet pepper, sliced (optional, for heat)
  • 1 bell pepper, sliced
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken pieces thoroughly with Jamaican curry powder, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Heat the cooking oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Brown the seasoned chicken pieces on all sides. Remove the chicken and set it aside.
  3. Add the chopped onion to the pot and sauté until it softens, about 3 to 5 minutes.
  4. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the pot. Cook for one minute until fragrant.
  5. Return the browned chicken to the pot. Add the water, cubed potatoes, thyme sprig, and the sliced Scotch bonnet pepper, if using.
  6. Bring the mixture to a boil, then immediately reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for 30 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and the potatoes are cooked through.
  7. Stir in the sliced bell pepper and the coconut milk. Cook uncovered for an additional 10 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken slightly.
  8. Remove the thyme sprig. Taste the curry and adjust salt or pepper as needed before serving hot.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor profile, you can brown the chicken in batches to avoid overcrowding the pot.
  • If you are planning your weeknight meals, this recipe fits well into a simple meal planning structure.
  • Serve this curry over white rice or with roti bread to soak up the sauce.

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