Best Pumpkin Chicken Curry
Indulge in the warmth and comforting flavors of the Best Pumpkin Chicken Curry. This delectable dish features tender chicken thighs simmered in a creamy sauce enriched with pumpkin puree and aromatic spices. Perfect for cozy family gatherings, it pairs beautifully with jasmine rice or warm naan, making for a delightful meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or fresh)
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp turmeric
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp cooking oil
Instructions
- Cut chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- In a large pot, heat the oil over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and ginger; cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add seasoned chicken to the pot; brown on all sides (approximately 7-8 minutes).
- Stir in pumpkin puree, curry powder, cumin, turmeric, and mix well to coat all ingredients.
- Pour in coconut milk while stirring continuously; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Partially cover and simmer on low heat for about 30 minutes until the chicken is tender. Serve hot over rice or with naan bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg