Description
Pumpkin Butter Chicken Curry is a delightful fusion of tender chicken simmered in a creamy pumpkin sauce, enriched with aromatic spices. This dish offers a comforting twist on traditional butter chicken, perfect for cozy dinners or casual gatherings. Its vibrant colors and rich flavors make it an instant crowd-pleaser. Serve it over fluffy rice or with warm naan for an unforgettable experience that brings warmth to any table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 inch fresh ginger root, grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces, mince garlic, and grate ginger.
- Sauté chicken: In a large skillet over medium heat, heat oil and sauté chicken pieces until golden brown (about 5 minutes). Season with salt and pepper.
- Add aromatics: Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger; sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- Create the sauce: Pour in pumpkin puree, coconut milk, and chicken broth; mix in curry powder and honey/maple syrup. Stir well.
- Simmer: Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and let simmer for about 20 minutes until flavors meld.
- Serve: Plate the curry hot over rice or with naan.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg