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Pumpkin Chicken Curry

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A cozy blend of chicken, pumpkin, and aromatic spices, this Pumpkin Chicken Curry is perfect for autumn evenings and brings warmth and comfort to your table.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium chicken breasts (boneless-skinless chicken thighs can also be used)
  • 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
  • 1, 15oz can pumpkin puree
  • 1, 13.5oz can unsweetened, full-fat coconut milk
  • Juice from one small lemon
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar (light or dark)
  • 2 tablespoons curry powder
  • 2 teaspoons mild chili powder
  • 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

  1. Prepare Your Chicken: Start by cutting your chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Sauté the Aromatics: In a pot, heat your olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
  3. Add the Chicken: Toss in your chicken pieces, cooking until they’re no longer pink.
  4. Stir in Tomato Paste and Spices: After the chicken is cooked, stir in the tomato paste and spices.
  5. Incorporate Tomatoes and Pumpkin: Add the diced tomatoes and pumpkin puree to the pot.
  6. Pour in the Coconut Milk: Stir in the coconut milk and mix thoroughly.
  7. Simmer: Bring the pot to a gentle simmer, cover, and reduce the heat to low. Cook for about 20-30 minutes.
  8. Season and Serve: Squeeze in the fresh lemon juice and stir in the brown sugar.
  9. Plate It Up: Serve over your choice of rice or alternative, garnished with cilantro and red pepper flakes.

Notes

Perfect for those crisp fall evenings, and make sure to serve it with rice or cauliflower rice to soak up the delicious sauce.

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Keywords: pumpkin, chicken curry, cozy meal, fall recipe, comfort food, easy curry

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