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Tropical Caribbean Pineapple Curry with Rum-Infused Chicken

Name: Tropical Caribbean Pineapple Curry with Rum-Infused Chicken
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 105 min
Total time: 140 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 4 boneless chicken thighs; 2 tbsp dark rum; 1 lime, juiced; 1 tsp ground allspice; 1 tsp garlic powder; Salt and pepper to taste; 1 tbsp coconut oil; 1 onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated; 1 red bell pepper, sliced; 1 green chili, seeded and sliced; 1 cup coconut milk; 2 cups fresh pineapple, cubed; 1 tbsp curry powder; 2 tsp ground turmeric; 1 tbsp brown sugar; Salt to taste; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 1 lime, cut into wedges

Experience a taste of the Caribbean with this aromatic curry featuring tender chicken infused with rum, paired with sweet pineapple and a medley of tropical spices.

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·By Ethan Brooks·October 29, 2025

Tropical Caribbean Pineapple Curry with Rum-Infused Chicken — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

35 min

Cook

1 h 45 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Chicken Marinade

For the Curry Base

For the Curry Sauce

For the Finish

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 409 kcal
Protein: 26.3 g
Carbs: 27.9 g
Fat: 25.9 g
Fiber: 5.5 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 1636 kcal
Protein: 105.3 g
Carbs: 111.6 g
Fat: 103.4 g
Fiber: 21.8 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
4 boneless chicken thighs	520	92	0	30	0
2 tbsp dark rum	58	0	0	0	0
1 lime juiced	11	0.2	3.8	0.1	0.4
1 tsp ground allspice	6	0.1	1.4	0.2	0.6
1 tsp garlic powder	10	0.4	2.2	0	0.3
Salt and pepper to taste	0	0	0	0	0
1 tbsp coconut oil	117	0	0	14	0
1 onion chopped	44	1.2	10	0.1	1.8
2 cloves garlic minced	9	0.5	2	0	0.1
1 tsp fresh ginger grated	2	0	0.4	0	0.1
1 red bell pepper sliced	37	1.2	9	0.4	3.1
1 green chili seeded and sliced	6	0.2	1.4	0.1	0.6
1 cup coconut milk	552	6	13	57	5
2 cups fresh pineapple cubed	164	2	44	0.4	5.4
1 tbsp curry powder	20	0.8	4	0.8	2
2 tsp ground turmeric	16	0.5	3.5	0.2	0.9
1 tbsp brown sugar	52	0	13.5	0	0
Salt to taste	0	0	0	0	0
1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped	1	0.1	0.2	0	0.1
1 lime cut into wedges	11	0.2	3.8	0.1	0.4

Nutrition estimates are approximate and should not be considered dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Chicken

1
Combine ingredients
In a bowl, combine chicken thighs with rum, lime juice, allspice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
2
Marinate
Mix well to coat the chicken evenly and marinate for at least 30 minutes or overnight in the refrigerator.
Tip: Ensure the chicken is adequately marinated to absorb the rich rum flavors.

Preparing the Vegetables

1
Sauté aromatics
Heat coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2
Cook vegetables
Sauté onion, garlic, ginger, bell pepper, and green chili until fragrant and the onion is translucent.
Tip: Fresh ginger enhances the tropical notes of the curry.
3
Set aside
Remove vegetables from the skillet and set aside.

How to Make Tropical Caribbean Pineapple Curry with Rum-Infused Chicken

Total time: 2 h 20 min · Yields 4 servings

1
Searing the Chicken
Remove chicken from marinade, and sear in skillet for 3-4 minutes per side until golden.
2
Building the Curry
Add sautéed vegetables back to the skillet, then introduce coconut milk, pineapple, curry powder, turmeric, and brown sugar.
3
Simmering
Reduce heat to low and allow to simmer for 25-30 minutes until chicken is cooked through and flavors meld.