Butter Chicken Pumpkin Curry
Butter Chicken Pumpkin Curry is a cozy and flavorful dish that blends tender chicken with creamy pumpkin and aromatic spices. This delightful fusion not only warms your heart but also brings a burst of vibrant color to your dinner table. Perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a comforting weeknight meal, this curry can be ready in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp garam masala
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces and finely dice the onion and garlic.
- Sauté the Aromatics: In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the oil. Add onions and sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
- Cook the Chicken: Add chicken pieces along with salt and pepper; cook until no longer pink (about 5-7 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Add Spices and Pumpkin: Stir in garam masala, cumin, chili powder, then add pumpkin puree and coconut milk. Simmer for about 10 minutes until thickened.
- Taste Test: Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve It Up: Plate the curry over rice or with naan bread; garnish with cilantro if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For a vegetarian option, replace chicken with chickpeas or tofu. Add spinach or kale for extra nutrition. Adjust chili powder according to your spice preference.