Caribbean Curried Chicken

Ingredients:

• 2.5 lbs. chicken parts
• Water
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons Jamaican curry powder
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 1.5 teaspoons allspice
• 3 sprigs thyme
• 3 garlic coves, minced
• 1 medium, chopped
• 2 medium carrots, chopped
• 1 small potato, diced
• 1.5 teaspoons ginger, grated
• 1 small scotch bonnet pepper, chopped (remove seeds)

Directions:

1. Remove the chicken skin and dry with paper towels.
2. In a large bowl, add the chicken onion, garlic, scotch bonnet pepper, allspice, ginger, salt and curry powder. Set aside and allow to marinate for 45 minutes.
3. In a large pot on medium heat, add the vegetable oil and add the chicken. Stir and allow the chicken to brown on all sides.
4. Add the carrots, potatoes, thyme and enough water to cover the chicken. Cover and cook for 35 minutes (the curry should reduce to a gravy consistency).
5. Serve over white rice and enjoy!