Caribbean Delight: Creamy Chicken with Potatoes and Coconut
Indulge in the tropical flavors of Caribbean Delight: Creamy Chicken with Potatoes and Coconut. This vibrant dish combines tender chicken thighs simmered in a rich coconut milk sauce, accented by aromatic spices and colorful vegetables. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, this one-pot meal delivers delicious comfort with minimal cleanup. With a cooking time of under an hour, you can savor the essence of the Caribbean right from your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing/Simmering
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 potatoes, diced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 large carrot, diced
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 scotch bonnet pepper or 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (for milder spice)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon thyme
Instructions
- Marinate chicken with curry powder and seasonings for at least 30 minutes.
- Sauté onions, bell peppers, and carrots in a skillet until softened.
- Add marinated chicken and brown for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in diced potatoes and scotch bonnet pepper.
- Pour in chicken stock and coconut milk; simmer for 20 minutes until chicken is tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg