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Pumpkin Chicken Curry
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4.42 from 34 votes

Pumpkin Chicken Curry

This creamy Pumpkin Chicken Curry is simmered with a blend of Indian-inspired spices, rich coconut milk and pumpkin purée. Comforting, delicious and ready in 30 minutes.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Dinner
Keyword: chicken curry, Pumpkin chicken curry, pumpkin curry
Servings: 3 -4 servings
Calories: 539kcal
Author: Elaine Skiadas

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tsp mild yellow curry powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp garam masala
  • 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 1/2 tsp packed brown sugar
  • 1 tsp kosher salt plus more to taste
  • 1/2 small onion finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 3/4 cup full-fat coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin purée
  • Basmati rice warm naan and chopped cilantro for serving

Instructions

  • Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. When shimmering, add the chicken in an even layer and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown. 
  • Add the garam masala, curry powder, ground ginger, brown sugar, salt. Cook for another 1-2 minutes or until fragrant.
  • Add the onion and garlic. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until softened.
  • Stir in the coconut milk, pumpkin purée and A 1/2 cup water. Bring to a boil then reduce the heat to low and simmer, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken and the chicken to cooked through. Serve over steamed basmati rice with naan and fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 539kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 46g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 208mg | Sodium: 730mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g