The Best Pumpkin Chicken Curry Recipe
Discover the delightful taste of The Best Pumpkin Chicken Curry Recipe, a perfect dish for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. This comforting meal features tender chicken simmered in a rich pumpkin curry sauce, infused with warm spices and creamy coconut milk. Ready in just 30-40 minutes, it delivers a wholesome experience that warms the heart and tantalizes the taste buds. Whether served over rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice, this recipe offers versatility that makes it suitable for everyone at the table. Enjoy a nutritious dish packed with protein and healthy fats, making it ideal for meal prep or leftovers that taste even better the next day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 2 medium chicken breasts (or boneless-skinless thighs)
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 1, 14.5oz can diced tomatoes
- 1, 15oz can pumpkin puree
- 1, 13.5oz can unsweetened coconut milk
- Juice from one small lemon
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 2 teaspoons mild chili powder
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Dice the chicken into small 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.
- Sauté diced onion in the same skillet until soft; deglaze with water or olive oil.
- Add diced tomatoes, pumpkin puree, coconut milk, and lemon juice to the skillet; mix well.
- Stir in brown sugar and all spices; return chicken to pan and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg