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Spicy Jamaican Chicken

Spicy Jamaican Chicken

Spice up your dinner with Spicy Jamaican Chicken. Creamy coconut milk meets bold spices for a flavorful dish perfect for any occasion. Try it now!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Marinating Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 kg skinless chicken drumsticks or thighs
  • 2-3 tbl Jamaican green seasoning or all-purpose seasoning
  • 2 tbl Jamaican curry powder
  • 2 tsp all-purpose seasoning
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1-2 tbl halal brown sauce optional for color
  • 4 tbl olive oil
  • 2 tbl brown sugar
  • 1 can full-fat coconut milk (400 ml)
  • 2 medium potatoes diced
  • 2 medium carrots sliced
  • 1 medium bell pepper sliced
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 tsp fresh grated ginger
  • 1-3 Scotch Bonnet peppers or mild peppers for less heat
  • 2 green onions chopped
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 250 ml chicken broth
  • 1 tbl hot sauce optional
  • 1 tsp ground allspice
  • to taste salt and pepper

Equipment

  • Large skillet or Dutch oven
  • Tongs
  • Sharp knife
  • Measuring spoons
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, mix the chicken pieces with green seasoning, curry powder, smoked paprika, salt, and all-purpose seasoning. Add halal brown sauce if using, and marinate for at least 3 hours or overnight.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add brown sugar and let it melt. Sear the marinated chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, garlic, ginger, and curry powder. Toast for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add diced potatoes, sliced carrots, bell pepper, green onions, Scotch Bonnet peppers, and thyme to the skillet, stirring to combine.
  5. Pour in coconut milk and chicken broth, scraping up any bits from the pan. Add hot sauce and ground allspice, then bring to a gentle boil.
  6. Return chicken to the skillet, cover, and simmer for 25 minutes until fully cooked and vegetables are tender.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or lime juice, and garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients whenever possible for better flavor. Don’t skip the marinating step for tender, flavorful chicken! For less heat, remove Scotch Bonnet seeds or use sweet peppers instead. You can store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days; they freeze well too—just be sure to cool completely before storing. Enjoy your culinary adventure to Jamaica!
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