The Best Pumpkin Chicken Curry
Warm and comforting, The Best Pumpkin Chicken Curry is an inviting dish that combines tender chicken, creamy pumpkin, and aromatic spices for a delightful meal. Perfect for chilly evenings, this curry is not only delicious but also nourishing, making it ideal for family dinners or cozy gatherings with friends. Each spoonful offers a perfect balance of flavors that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 cups fresh pumpkin, cubed
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp cooking oil
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté chopped onions until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and ginger; cook until fragrant.
- Stir in the chicken pieces; season with salt and pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until browned.
- Incorporate the cubed pumpkin and curry powder; cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in coconut milk and bring to a gentle simmer. Cover and cook on low heat for about 20-25 minutes until the pumpkin is tender and the chicken is cooked through.
- Adjust seasoning as needed before serving hot over rice or with naan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg