Description
This Best Pumpkin Chicken Curry Recipe combines tender chicken with the creamy sweetness of pumpkin and coconut milk, creating a warm, flavorful dish perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- boneless
- skinless chicken breast
- extra virgin olive oil
- yellow onion
- canned diced tomatoes
- tomato paste
- pumpkin puree
- unsweetened full-fat coconut milk
- juice from one lemon
- brown sugar
- yellow curry powder
- mild chili powder
- salt & pepper
- ground cumin
- ground mustard seed
- ground coriander seed
- ground cinnamon
- optional grain/legume for serving
- optional toppings
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the extra virgin olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped yellow onion and sauté until translucent.
- Add the chicken breast pieces to the pot and cook until browned on all sides.
- Stir in canned diced tomatoes and tomato paste, mixing well.
- Add the pumpkin puree and coconut milk, stirring until fully combined.
- Squeeze in the lemon juice and add brown sugar along with all the spices. Stir to incorporate.
- Reduce heat to low and let the curry simmer for about 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed, and serve hot over your choice of grain or legume.
Notes
For a creamier texture, use coconut cream instead of coconut milk. This curry is versatile and can be served with rice, cauliflower rice, or quinoa for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1¼ cups
- Calories: 465 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 37 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
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