Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of The Best Pumpkin Chicken Curry Recipe, a delightful meal that perfectly balances tenderness and richness. This quick, creamy chicken curry features vibrant pumpkin puree combined with aromatic spices, creating a warm hug in a bowl. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests, this dish is not only delicious but also packed with nutritious ingredients. In just 30-40 minutes, you can whip up a satisfying meal that everyone will love. Serve it over your choice of rice or quinoa for a wholesome dinner experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium chicken breasts (or boneless-skinless thighs)
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
- 1 can (13.5 oz) unsweetened coconut milk
- Juice from one small lemon
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- Spices: curry powder, chili powder, salt, black pepper, cumin, mustard seed, coriander seed, cinnamon
Instructions
- Dice chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the chicken in batches until browned; set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté diced onion until soft and translucent.
- Add diced tomatoes (with juices), tomato paste, pumpkin puree, coconut milk, and lemon juice; stir to combine.
- Mix in brown sugar and all spices; return the chicken to the skillet and stir well.
- Cover and simmer on low heat for 10-15 minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve over rice or your preferred grain/legume; garnish as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing/Simmering
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg