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Pressure Cooker Jamaican-Style Chicken Curry

Tender chicken thighs simmer in a fragrant Jamaican curry with potatoes and sweet carrots, creating a rich, warmly spiced sauce with a gentle heat. Pressure Cooker Jamaican-Style Chicken Curry is comforting yet vibrant, perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a casual gathering. Spoon it over fluffy basmati rice to soak up every drop of the golden curry.

  • Prep15 mins
  • Cook20 mins
  • Serves6
  • DifficultyEasy
Pressure Cooker Jamaican-Style Chicken Curry
  1. 1

    Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and choose the Saute function.

  2. 2

    Heat the ghee.

  3. 3

    Add the onion and cook until it begins to turn clear, 2 to 3 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add the garlic and ginger and cook, stirring, until the garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute.

  5. 5

    Stir in the Jamaican curry powder, jalapeno, thyme, salt, and pepper until well combined.

  6. 6

    Pour in 1/4 cup of chicken broth, scraping up the browned bits from the bottom of the inner pot.

  7. 7

    Add the chicken pieces, potatoes, and carrots; stir until they are well coated with the spices and seasonings.

  8. 8

    Pour in the remaining chicken broth. Close and lock the lid.

  9. 9

    Select high pressure according to the manufacturer's instructions; set the timer for 6 minutes.

  10. 10

    Allow 10 to 15 minutes for the pressure to build.

  11. 11

    Release pressure using the natural-release method according to the manufacturer's instructions for 10 minutes.

  12. 12

    Carefully release any remaining pressure using the quick-release method, about 5 minutes.

  13. 13

    Unlock and remove the lid.

  14. 14

    Serve over steamed rice.

About This Recipe

Pressure Cooker Jamaican Style Chicken Curry is an Indian dinner recipe made with 13 ingredients. It takes about 35 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Baby Carrot, Basmati Rice, Boneless Chicken Thigh, and Chicken Broth. Each serving provides about 681.94 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Pressure Cooker Jamaican-Style Chicken Curry?
It is an Indian curry recipe made with 13 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
What is Pressure Cooker Jamaican-Style Chicken Curry made of?
The main ingredients are Baby Carrot, Basmati Rice, Boneless Chicken Thigh, Chicken Broth, Curry Powder. The full list of 13 is above.
What goes well with Pressure Cooker Jamaican-Style Chicken Curry?
Explore these Indian side-dish recipes.
How long does it take to make Pressure Cooker Jamaican-Style Chicken Curry?
About 35 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 681.94 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Pressure Cooker Jamaican-Style Chicken Curry easy to make?
This recipe is rated easy, with 13 ingredients and 14 steps.

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