Tropical Caribbean Pineapple Curry with Rum-Infused Chicken

Name: Tropical Caribbean Pineapple Curry with Rum-Infused Chicken
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 4 boneless chicken thighs; 2 tbsp dark rum; 1 lime; 1 tsp ground allspice; 1 tsp garlic powder; Salt and pepper to taste; 1 tbsp coconut oil; 1 onion; 2 cloves garlic; 1 tsp fresh ginger; 1 red bell pepper; 1 green chili; 1 cup coconut milk; 2 cups fresh pineapple; 1 tbsp curry powder; 2 tsp ground turmeric; 1 tbsp brown sugar; Salt to taste; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro; 1 lime

A vibrant dish bringing the flavors of the Caribbean to your table

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.

1 h 45 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Chicken Marinade

4 boneless chicken thighs

2 tbsp dark rum

1 lime

juiced

1 tsp ground allspice

1 tsp garlic powder

Salt and pepper to taste

For the Curry Base

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

For the Curry Sauce

1 cup coconut milk

2 cups fresh pineapple

cubed

1 tbsp curry powder

2 tsp ground turmeric

1 tbsp brown sugar

Salt to taste

For the Finish

1/4 cup fresh cilantro

chopped

1 lime

cut into wedges

Preparation

Marinating the Chicken

Combine ingredients

In a bowl, combine chicken thighs with rum, lime juice, allspice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

Marinate

Mix well to coat the chicken evenly and marinate for at least 30 minutes or overnight in the refrigerator.

Ensure the chicken is adequately marinated to absorb the rich rum flavors.

Preparing the Vegetables

Sauté aromatics

Heat coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Cook vegetables

Sauté onion, garlic, ginger, bell pepper, and green chili until fragrant and the onion is translucent.

Fresh ginger enhances the tropical notes of the curry.

Set aside

Remove vegetables from the skillet and set aside.

Cooking Process

Searing the Chicken

Remove chicken from marinade, and sear in skillet for 3-4 minutes per side until golden.

Building the Curry

Add sautéed vegetables back to the skillet, then introduce coconut milk, pineapple, curry powder, turmeric, and brown sugar.

Simmering

Reduce heat to low and allow to simmer for 25-30 minutes until chicken is cooked through and flavors meld.

Plating & Serving