The Best Pumpkin Chicken Curry Recipe
The Best Pumpkin Chicken Curry Recipe is a delightful, creamy dish that brings together tender chicken and rich pumpkin flavors infused with warm spices. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, this comforting curry is quick to prepare and packed with nutrients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing/Simmering
- Cuisine: American/Indian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium chicken breasts (or boneless-skinless chicken 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
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 2 teaspoons mild chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and sauté the chicken in batches until cooked through. Set aside.
- In the same skillet, cook diced onion until soft.
- Add diced tomatoes, tomato paste, pumpkin puree, coconut milk, and lemon juice; mix well.
- Stir in brown sugar and spices before returning the chicken to the pan.
- Cover and simmer on low heat for 10–15 minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve over your choice of rice or grains and top with fresh cilantro or red pepper flakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg