Jamaican Curry Chicken and Potatoes with Scotch Bonnet Hot Peppers

Jamaican Curry Chicken and Potatoes with Scotch Bonnet Hot Peppers 

 

 Ingredients

4 tablespoons olive oil
1 yellow onion, chopped
1 teaspoon freshly minced ginger
1 small Scotch Bonnet pepper, minced (do not touch face or eyes after handling; immediately wash hands)
1/2 stick butter
2 tablespoons Jamaican curry
1 1/2 pounds chicken, chopped into 1-inch pieces
2 large russet potatoes, chopped
1 (16-ounce) can coconut milk
8 ounces chicken stock
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Directions

Heat the oil in a medium-size saucepot at a medium heat. Add the onions, ginger, and Scotch Bonnet peppers; let saute for 5 to 8 minutes. Add butter and curry powder and let sit until curry powder turns a dark gold. Add the chicken and continue to cook for 8 to 10 minutes. Add the potatoes and cook for another couple of minutes before adding the coconut milk. Let simmer for 30 to 45 minutes. Serve.