Pot-Roasted Turkey, Jamaica Style Recipe

Name: Pot-Roasted Turkey, Jamaica Style
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¼ cup butter; 1 (6 lb) turkey; 1 ½ cups chicken broth; ¾ cup sliced celery; 1 medium onion, chopped; ½ teaspoon garlic salt; 2 dried red peppers, crushed; 1 tablespoon vinegar; ¼ teaspoon ground allspice; ½ cup sliced green olives; 1 medium green pepper, sliced; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; ¼ cup water

Servings: persons

¼ cup butter
1 (6 lb) turkey
1 ½ cups chicken broth
¾ cup sliced celery
1 medium onion, chopped
½ teaspoon garlic salt
2 dried red peppers, crushed
1 tablespoon vinegar
¼ teaspoon ground allspice
½ cup sliced green olives
1 medium green pepper, sliced
2 tablespoons cornstarch
¼ cup water

1
Heat butter in a large skillet or Dutch oven.
2
Brown turkey on all sides, about 20 minutes.
3
Remove.
4
Place a rack in Dutch oven.
5
Place turkey on rack.
6
Add broth, celery, onion, garlic salt, red peppers, vinegar and allspice.
7
Cover and simmer for 2-2 1/2 hours, or until turkey is tender.
8
Add olives and green pepper and simmer for 10 minutes more.
9
Remove turkey and place on serving platter.
10
Combine cornstarch and water and mix well.
11
Add to liquid in pan and heat until slightly thickened.
12
Serve over turkey.

365

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ¼ cup butter, 1 (6 lb) turkey, 1 ½ cups chicken broth, ¾ cup sliced celery, and more.

Yes, Pot-Roasted Turkey, Jamaica Style falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pot-Roasted Turkey, Jamaica Style

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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