Real Jamaican Curry Chicken recipe

Maryland
2025/10/25 Edited to

... Read moreJamaican curry chicken is a beloved staple in Caribbean cuisine known for its vibrant flavors and aromatic spices. The secret to its distinctive taste lies in using a unique blend of curry powder, often homemade, combined with fresh ingredients such as Scotch bonnet peppers, garlic, ginger, and thyme. These components create a deeply savory and slightly spicy dish that reflects the island’s rich culinary heritage. When preparing authentic Jamaican curry chicken, it’s essential to marinate the chicken pieces in curry powder and other seasonings for several hours to fully absorb the flavors. The cooking process usually involves browning the chicken first, then simmering it slowly with potatoes and onions until tender. This method allows the sauce to thicken beautifully, enriching every bite. In addition to being delicious, Jamaican curry chicken is versatile and can be served with various sides like white rice, rice and peas, or fried plantains, making it a perfect meal for any occasion. Exploring this recipe opens a gateway to appreciating Jamaica’s vibrant food culture, where every dish is an invitation to celebrate island life. If you’re interested in recreating this authentic dish at home, visiting trusted culinary websites such as The Stush Kitchen provides detailed instructions and helpful tips to perfect your cooking. Enjoy the experience of making and sharing a true Jamaican cooking tradition that will delight your family and friends.

6 comments

Precious Walker's images
Precious Walker

This look so good…. Please can I have the recipe

See more(1)
Princess Jade's images
Princess Jade

Omg recipe pls 😍

See more comments

Related posts

MY FAMOUS JAMAICAN CURRY CHICKEN
When I was growing up in Jamaica curry Chicken was cooked for special occasions. This recipe used as an everyday meal. In Jamaica most people use tomatoes in their curry recipe, but I prefer to use red and green bell peppers instead and some hot scotch bonnet pepper which is optional if you don’t l
Justtelycooking

Justtelycooking

998 likes

Step by Step Jamaican Curry Chicken Recipe!
How to Make Jamaican Curry Chicken! Easy Jamaican Curry Chicken Recipe! Curry Chicken Recipe! Curried Chicken Recipe! #jamaicancurrychicken #jamaicanfood #howtomakejamaicancurrychicken #currychicken #recipes
Missi Makeup Lifestyle Beauty

Missi Makeup Lifestyle Beauty

64 likes

Jamaican Curry Chicken Recipe
Jamaican Curry Chicken Recipe is an all time favorite of ours. Served very spicy is our preference over some white rice or with roti. Curry Chicken IS NEEDED at least once a week especially on a rainy or cold day. Curry is so comforting it is bold in flavor and very easy to make. A very popular dis
Jerk Tavern | Brithany Neath

Jerk Tavern | Brithany Neath

499 likes

JAMAICAN RICE AND LEAS RECIPE SOO GOOD
When I was growing up in Jamaica there were unspoken rules about food. One was that you must always serve rice and peas on Sunday. If you served white rice with your Sunday dinner people would think you’re lazy.  Today people eat rice and peas whenever they want, but I still only like to serve it
Justtelycooking

Justtelycooking

1480 likes

🍛 Super Easy Recipe: Chicken Curry
Packed with flavor, this curry chicken is a must-try! Simple ingredients, bold taste—perfect for anyone to make. 🙌 What you’ll need: 🍗Chicken, 🥔Potatoes, 🥕Carrots, 🍛Curry, Green onion & ginger🫚 Detailed Steps:👇 1⃣ Marinate chicken with green onion, ginger, 1 tbsp cooking wine, and 1 tbsp
Foodie Daily

Foodie Daily

973 likes

Jamaican Curry Fried Chicken
Delicious Jamaican Curry Fried Chicken Back. This was an iconic dish showcases the vibrant flavors of curry and fried chicken. Picture succulent pieces of chicken, marinated in a harmonious blend of fragrant curry spices and herbs, then expertly fried to perfection. The golden, crispy exterior give
Jerk Tavern | Brithany Neath

Jerk Tavern | Brithany Neath

1215 likes

Jamaican Curry chicken, quick and simple recipe
Enjoy the authentic taste of one of Jamaica’s favorite meal. Curry Chicken is served mostly with white rice or boiled dumplings and bananas. #jamaicanchef #currychicken #fyp #foodie
Roxy

Roxy

67 likes

Jamaican Curry Shrimp 🍤
#dinnerideas #lemon8challenge Ingredients: 1 lb jumbo shrimp 1 small onion ½ Green bell pepper ½ Red bell pepper 1 1/2 TSP of minced garlic 2 Tbsp cooking oil 1 fresh thyme 1 tsp Salt 1 tsp pepper 1 tsp cayenne pepper for extra heat (optional 2 1/2 TSP Coconut milk 1 1/2 TSP Cur
Amani Bryant

Amani Bryant

1113 likes

My Coconut rice and curry chicken recipe
#foodlover #recipeideas #curryrecipe #foodrecipes #comfort
Mal

Mal

292 likes

Best Jamaican Curry Goat Recipe
Best Jamaican Curry Goat Recipe Ever super delicious. Curry Goat is definitely in our top 5 favorite Jamaican dishes, and we’re sure it’ll be a part of yours also. The Jamaican Curry flavor pairs with every other seasoning so well, plus the tenderness and flavors from the goat itself will have you
Jerk Tavern | Brithany Neath

Jerk Tavern | Brithany Neath

190 likes

Jamaican pepper shrimp
Jamaican pepper shrimp is a bold, spicy street-style seafood dish—famous in places like Middle Quarters. It’s loaded with heat, garlic, herbs, and that signature bright orange color from Scotch bonnet peppers. Here’s a proper, authentic-style recipe you can try at home: ⸻ 🌶️ Jamaican Peppe
Gayann82

Gayann82

805 likes

Several pieces of Jamaican fried chicken are shown sizzling and bubbling in hot oil within a dark cast iron skillet, achieving a golden-brown crisp during the cooking process.
Jamaican Fried Chicken
Ingredients: 3 1/2- 4 pound whole chicken cut into 10 pieces 1 teaspoon salt ¾ teaspoon chicken bouillon powder replace with salt 2-3 teaspoons hot sauce adjust to taste 2 teaspoons minced garlic 1 teaspoons minced ginger 1 teaspoon white pepper 1 tablespoon paprika 1 teaspoon curry powd
Fallon

Fallon

443 likes

Easy Jamaican oxtail recipe
#oxtailrecipe #oxtails #oxtail
Cindy

Cindy

5536 likes

Jamaican Banana Fritters Recipe
For years, Banana Fritters was the only Jamaican recipe I knew how to make.I can’t even recall when my mother taught me how to make them I just know how to make them . Ingredients 1 ⅔ cup mashed overripe Bananas (about 3-5 medium bananas) 2-3 Tbsp Brown Sugar ¼ tsp Nutmeg ¼ tsp Cinnamon 1 t
Justtelycooking

Justtelycooking

53 likes

🍗 One-Pot Wonder: Jamaican-Style Curry Chicken 🥕
Ingredients: 3 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken thighs, chopped 1 tablespoon browning sauce (optional) 2 tablespoons curry powder 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 2 teaspoons garlic powder 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 medium onion, diced 1 large carrot, diced 1 bell pepper, sliced 1 scotch bonnet
Yummymeals1

Yummymeals1

44 likes

Yummy Chicken Over Rice recipe
Missing the food trucks in New York 🥹 #rice #ricebowlrecipes #lemon8bookclub #chickenoverrice #Lemon8Diary
Chef BenaBaby ✨

Chef BenaBaby ✨

1092 likes

Jamaican Fried Cabbage Recipe 🥬🇯🇲 | Easy & Flavorfu
#jamaicancuisine #jamaicanrecipes #briscoeskitchenandspice
Briscoeskitchenandspice

Briscoeskitchenandspice

1231 likes

Easy Silken Chicken Curry 🍛
Silken Chicken Curry 🍛 🐔 Recipe Oil - 3 tbsp Onion - 1 large sized (chopped) Green chilies - 4 (slit) Curry leaves Garam Masala - 1 tsp Sauté till the onions turn golden Tomatoes - 2 medium sized (ground) Sauté for a minute Salt to taste Turmeric powder - 1/2 tsp Chili powder
South Cookery

South Cookery

145 likes

Authentic Jamaican Brown Stew Chicken
What you need: 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces or whatever your preference 2 limes (or vinegar) for cleaning the chicken 2 tbsp browning sauce 1 large onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 tsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried thyme) 1 large bell pepper, chopped 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
HomeCookVibe

HomeCookVibe

2252 likes

Jamaican Sorrel Drink recipe
Have you made your sorrel yet? What are you waiting on??? Get the full recipe at https://thestushkitchen.com/jamaican-sorrel-drink/ #jamaicanfood #sorreldrink
Ainseanlea

Ainseanlea

2481 likes

✨🍗 BEGINNER FRIENDLY Jamaican Food Recipe | Jerk Chicken 🇯🇲✨
✨ If you’ve been wanting to try making jerk chicken at home but felt intimidated… this recipe is super beginner friendly and packed with flavor without being overly complicated 🙌🏾 I usually make this with chicken leg quarters or drumsticks because they stay juicy and are hard to mess up in the oven
Margarita

Margarita

134 likes

best Jamaican jerk chicken (summer recipe) 🇯🇲🌺
Summer Recipe # 4: Jamaican Jerk Chicken 🇯🇲🌺 a favorite summer grilling recipe of mine! The chicken comes out so crispy, juicy, and flavorful. I recreated my momma’s amazing jerk marinade with my own citrus twist. You can either bake these or put them in the grill, regardless it will be sure to imp
Hanna👩�🏽‍🍳

Hanna👩🏽‍🍳

615 likes

Curry chicken 🍗
#dinnerideas #curryrecipe #currychicken #jamaicanfood
Shansterr

Shansterr

278 likes

Jamaican wet jerk seasoning recipe
“Today, I’m showing you how to make authentic Jamaican wet jerk seasoning — rich, spicy, and bursting with island flavor. Perfect for chicken, pork, seafood, or even veggies!” ⸻ Ingredients: • 4–5 Scotch bonnet peppers (remove seeds for less heat) • 1 medium onion, chopped
Briscoeskitchenandspice

Briscoeskitchenandspice

579 likes

Jamaican Curry Goat
Ingredients - Marinate for at least 1 Hr 2 1/2 Lb Goat Meat 6 Cloves Garlic (Pressed) 1 Bundle Green Onions Half Bell Pepper 1 Small Onion 2 Tbsp Ginger Handful Thyme (10 Sprigs) 1 Habanero/ Scotch Bonnet Drizzle Olive Oil 1 1/2 Tsp Garlic Powder 1 1/2 Tsp Onion Powder 2 Tsp Coarse
SavageKitchen

SavageKitchen

2123 likes

Jamaican Stew Chicken
Jamaican Stew Chicken. The key to this dish is when you burn the Sugar this technique takes the dish to the next level. It’s a simple dish to make but the flavors that emerge in this dish are amazing! Follow @jerktavern Comment Recipe for FULL RECIPE AND EXACT MEASUREMENTS Wisdom What sha
Jerk Tavern | Brithany Neath

Jerk Tavern | Brithany Neath

98 likes

Creamy Chicken Curry Recipe 😍
Delicious chicken curry recipe - 3 chicken breasts - Yogurt - 1 onion - 800g tomato sauce - 250g liquid cream - Oil, butter, garlic, ginger powder, curry powder, cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, tomato purée . (Coriander or parsley for garnish) #foodrecipe #food #chickencurry #Reci
Evde Lezzet

Evde Lezzet

77 likes

Easy japanese curry recipe! 🍛
Another budget-friendly baddie meal for my girlies! When I need something quick, easy, and actually satisfying, this is my go-to. It’s cheap, takes barely any time to throw together, and still hits every single time. Perfect for those busy weeks when you don’t feel like cooking but still wanna eat
Laalaa

Laalaa

265 likes

A finished bowl of Thai/Viet yellow curry with chicken, carrots, and potatoes, served over white rice and garnished with fresh cilantro. The dish is presented in a white bowl.
A collection of spices and ingredients for seasoning chicken, including olive oil, garlic powder, white pepper, ground coriander, salt, ground turmeric, yellow curry paste, and chicken bouillon powder.
Thinly sliced chicken breast thoroughly mixed with spices and yellow curry paste, marinating inside a clear plastic bag, prepared for refrigeration.
Thai / Viet Yellow Curry Recipe🍛
This recipe is a labor of love but it’s the ultimate comfort meal🥰 it’s getting colder so i just had to cook this up ! I absolutely loved when my grandma would make this for me❤️ Ingredients: -garlic powder -white pepper -olive oil -ground coriander -ground turmeric -salt -yellow curry pa
abby sengsanith

abby sengsanith

22 likes

Jamaican Curry Chickpeas
These Jamaican curry chickpeas are full of flavor. It's such an easy, budget friendly and delicious meal option. Simmered slowly with warm spices aromatics and a thick curry gravy until everything comes together into a hearty satisfying dish that tastes even better the next day. Ingredients
Nori

Nori

36 likes

Authentic Spicy Chicken Masala Curry Recipe
#indianfood #chickencurry #momrecipe #fyp #easyrecipe Making an authentic-style curry involves creating a perfect Masala sauce from a combination of frying whole spices, such as bay leaf, cloves, onions, ginger, garlic, fenugreek seeds, star anise, cinnamon stick, coriander seeds, fennel
SNOWIE♡

SNOWIE♡

15 likes

A golden-brown, roasted whole chicken in a white baking dish, held by a hand in a red oven mitt. Text overlays promote making a juicy oven-roasted chicken on a budget.
A raw, whole chicken in its plastic packaging, showing a price label of $9.33. Text overlay highlights finding a whole chicken for as low as $9.
A hand holds a raw, whole chicken over a cutting board. Text overlays instruct to clean and wash the chicken, and to disinfect the area afterward.
the juiciest chicken recipe 🐓
my go-to dish to make for the holidays since a lot of ppl don’t like turkey.. try it and tell me what you think 😌👩🏼‍🍳 #fyp #holidayfood #holidayfoodideas #roastchicken #rotisseriechicken
andrezaathome

andrezaathome

1264 likes

JAMAICAN JERK CHICKEN 🥰🫶
It’s pure vibes when jerk chicken meet liquor and a Jamaican and baby this was a gooodttt time . Ingredients 4 -5lbs of chicken ( I use leg quarters but you can use which ever pieces you liked best ) scallion Onion Garlic Ginger Pimento seed ( or grounded ) Scotch bonnett pepper B
Justtelycooking

Justtelycooking

218 likes

Jamaican Brown Stewed Chicken
👩🏻 Home Recipe 🍳 Ingredients: Chicken, Carrots, Onions, Tomatoes, Bell Pepper, Garlic, Habanero Detailed Steps: Season Chicken with Browning/Soy Sauce, All Purpose, Paprika, Garlic Powder, All Spice Additional tips/notes: Add Ketchup to thicken gravy #jamaicanfood #stewchicken #jamaica
Shamiele Singh

Shamiele Singh

263 likes

Jamaican Sunday Dinner - Curry Goat
🍛🔥 Sunday dinner done RIGHT. Jamaican curried goat with carrots, crispy fried chicken, and homemade rice & peas 😮‍💨🇯🇲 Full of flavor, full of love, and definitely worth the time. So hot you can still see the steam!!! ✨ JAMAICAN CURRIED GOAT ✨ Ingredients: * 2–3 lbs goat meat * 2 tbsp Ja
Bri’s Kitchen🍽

Bri’s Kitchen🍽

62 likes

How to Make Jamaican Steamed Cabbage
If you’ve never had authentic Jamaican steamed cabbage, you’re missing out! This quick and flavorful Caribbean side dish is made with fresh cabbage, carrots, garlic, thyme, scallions, and sweet pepper, then steamed in butter and coconut oil with classic island seasoning. It’s light, colorful, an
Briscoeskitchenandspice

Briscoeskitchenandspice

2758 likes

Authentic Jamaican Red Peas Soup 🍲🇯🇲
Nothing beats a big pot of Authentic Jamaican Red Peas Soup made the real yard-style way! Packed with tender beef bones, seasoned chicken, creamy coconut milk, soft dumplings, hearty ground provisions, and rich red peas simmered down with fresh herbs and island spices — this soup is pure Jamaican c
Briscoeskitchenandspice

Briscoeskitchenandspice

685 likes

See more