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The Best Pumpkin Chicken Curry Recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
A flavorful and hearty curry combining tender chicken, pumpkin, and aromatic spices, perfect served over your favorite grain.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 2 pieces medium chicken breasts (boneless-skinless or thighs)
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (or avocado/grapeseed oil)
  • 1 medium yellow onion (or white onion)
  • 1 14.5oz can diced tomatoes (with juices)
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste (see note below)
  • 1 15oz can pumpkin puree (see note below)
  • 1 13.5oz can unsweetened coconut milk (full fat, canned)
  • 1 small lemon (juice from one small lemon)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar (light or dark)
  • 2 tablespoons curry powder
  • 2 teaspoons mild chili powder (see note below)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon ground mustard seed
  • ½ teaspoon ground coriander seed
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions 

  • Dice chicken, coat with oil, salt, and pepper. Sauté in batches until browned, then set aside.
  • Sauté diced onion until soft. Add tomatoes, tomato paste, pumpkin, coconut milk, and lemon juice; stir well.
  • Add sugar and spices; stir to combine. Return chicken to the pan, cover, and simmer for 10-15 minutes.

Notes

Serve over rice or your preferred grain. Garnish with cilantro, red pepper flakes, or extra coconut milk if desired.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Fusion
Keyword: chicken, Curry, pumpkin