Caribbean Delight: Creamy Chicken with Potatoes and Coconut
Caribbean Delight: Creamy Chicken with Potatoes and Coconut is a vibrant and satisfying dish that brings the essence of the tropics to your table. This one-pot meal features tender chicken simmered in creamy coconut milk, enriched with aromatic spices and hearty potatoes. Perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests, this recipe balances comforting flavors with a hint of exotic flair. Whether paired with rice, naan, or served on its own, this dish promises to delight your taste buds and warm your soul.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 potatoes, diced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 1 large carrot, diced
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- Scotch bonnet pepper or chili flakes (to taste)
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Marinate chicken thighs with curry powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté diced onions, bell peppers, and carrots in olive oil until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add marinated chicken to the skillet and brown for about 5 minutes. Stir in diced potatoes and chosen heat source.
- Pour in chicken stock and coconut milk; stir well. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 20 minutes until chicken is tender.
- Adjust seasoning as needed before serving hot with rice or naan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg