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Jamaican Curry Chicken As Made By Popcaan

There is nothing more comforting than this traditional Jamaican curry chicken made by recording artist Popcaan.

Popcaan
Tasty Team
August 14, 2023
95% would make again
Total Time

1 hr 15 min

1 hr 15 min

Prep Time

20 minutes

20 min

Cook Time

35 minutes

35 min

Jamaican Curry Chicken As Made By Popcaan
Total Time

1 hr 15 min

1 hr 15 min

Prep Time

20 minutes

20 min

Cook Time

35 minutes

35 min

Jamaican Curry Chicken As Made By Popcaan

Ingredients

for 5 servings

  • 2 lb bone in chicken thighs and breasts (910 g)
  • 2 cups cold water (480 mL), plus more for soaking chicken
  • 4 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 ½ tablespoons chicken bouillon, seasoning
  • 1 fresh ginger, grated 1 in (2.5 cm)
  • 3 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
  • 2 tablespoons curry powder, divided
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, or canola oil
  • 1 scotch bonnet pepper
  • 1 medium yellow squash, diced
  • 3 scallions, ends trimmed and cut into 1/2 in (2.4 cm) pieces
  • 3 medium carrots, cut into 1 in (2.4 cm) pieces
  • 1 russet potato, peeled, cut into 1 in (2.4 cm) pieces
  • 1 red bell pepper, seeded, cut into 1 in (2.4 cm) pieces
  • 3 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 1 teaspoon whole allspice berry
  • steamed rice, for serving
  • tomato, sliced, for serving

Nutrition Info

  • Calories 373
  • Fat 14g
  • Carbs 22g
  • Fiber 5g
  • Sugar 4g
  • Protein 38g

Estimated values based on one serving size.

Preparation

  1. Remove the skin from the chicken. Using a large, heavy knife or cleaver, cut the chicken into 1½–2-inch pieces.
  2. Add the chicken to a large bowl and cover with cold water. Add 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar and mix together. Rub the chicken to remove any impurities. Let soak for 10–15 minutes. Drain the water from the chicken, then add fresh cold water to cover, along with the remaining 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar. Mix together and set aside for 10–15 minutes more. Drain.
  3. Transfer the chicken to a clean bowl and coat with the all-purpose seasoning and 1½ tablespoons curry powder. Using a gloved hand, rub the seasonings all over the chicken. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 30–60 minutes.
  4. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering. Add the remaining ½ tablespoon curry powder and fry for 1 minute, until beginning to burn.
  5. Add the chicken to the pot, cover, and cook until almost dry, 8–10 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  6. Add the scallions, carrots, Scotch bonnet, potato, bell pepper, thyme, allspice, and 2 cups cold water. Cover and cook for 20 minutes, until the vegetables are cooked through and the chicken is tender.
  7. Serve the chicken with steamed rice and sliced tomato.
  8. Enjoy!
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