Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsPETES Jamaican restaurantCurry Chicken Recipe

Curry Chicken Recipe

Time2h 30m
Serves4

Freshly cut chicken seasoned with Jamaican herbs and spices, curry powder then slow cooked to perfection.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare Ingredients

    Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt, black pepper, and curry powder. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.

  2. 2

    Sauté Vegetables

    In a large pot or slow cooker, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions, garlic, and ginger. Sauté until the onions are translucent.

  3. 3

    Brown the Chicken

    Add the marinated chicken pieces to the pot and cook until browned on all sides.

  4. 4

    Add Remaining Ingredients

    Stir in the bell pepper, coconut milk, chicken broth, thyme, and scotch bonnet pepper. Bring to a simmer.

  5. 5

    Slow Cook

    Reduce heat to low, cover, and let it slow cook for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the chicken is tender and the flavors are well combined.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Remove the scotch bonnet pepper before serving. Serve hot with rice or bread.

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