Benji S Jamaican Curry Chicken Recipe

Transport your taste buds to Caribana with this incredibly easy Jamaican Curry Chicken recipe! Bursting with authentic flavors and a rich, thick sauce, this dish is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. Ready in under 90 minutes, it's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 90 mins
Calories 296.4 kcal
Protein 37g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
Benji S Jamaican Curry Chicken

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Benji S Jamaican Curry Chicken

  • Chicken Breasts
  • 2 lbs potatoes, peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 cup water (or more, as needed)
  • Canola Oil
  • Garlic Cloves
  • Curry Powder
  • Ground Cumin
  • Chicken Bouillon Cube
  • Pepper Sauce
  • Onion Powder
  • Ground Black Pepper
  • Salt

How to Make Benji S Jamaican Curry Chicken

  1. Cut chicken into 1-inch chunks.
  2. Peel and dice potatoes into 1-inch cubes.
  3. Smaller diced potatoes will result in a thicker sauce.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add minced garlic and chopped scotch bonnet pepper. Cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
  5. Add chicken to the pot and stir until lightly browned (about 5 minutes).
  6. Add chicken bouillon cubes and stir until completely dissolved.
  7. Stir in Jamaican curry powder, allspice, cumin, ginger, salt, and pepper. Ensure chicken is fully coated.
  8. Add 1 cup of water (or more, depending on desired sauce consistency) and the diced potatoes. Mix well.
  9. Bring to a simmer, then cover the pot and cook until potatoes are tender (about 20-25 minutes).
  10. Remove the lid and continue to simmer for another 20 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken. Remove from heat.
  11. Let the curry stand for at least 15 minutes (longer for a thicker sauce).
  12. Serve your delicious Jamaican Curry Chicken over a bed of fluffy rice. Enjoy!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Chef's secret: layers of flavor make a dish truly memorable! Consider what a little extra something could bring – perhaps a touch of acidity like a good vinegar or citrus zest, a hint of smokiness from paprika, a bit of umami from mushrooms or soy sauce, or a sprinkle of toasted nuts for texture. Experiment and taste as you go!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

29 g

Sugar

7g

Fat

12g

Carbs

9g