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Pumpkin Butter Chicken

A creamy, spiced butter chicken with a cozy pumpkin twist—perfect for fall comfort meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main
Cuisine: Fusion, Indian-inspired
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Curry
  • 1.5 lbs boneless chicken breast or thighs cut into cubes
  • 1 cup pumpkin purée unsweetened
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon grated ginger
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 0.5 teaspoon turmeric
  • 0.25 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream or coconut cream
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth
  • fresh cilantro for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Wooden spoon
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups

Method
 

  1. Heat butter and oil in a skillet. Sear chicken until golden.
  2. Sauté onions, garlic, and ginger until fragrant.
  3. Add all spices and stir to coat the onions.
  4. Stir in tomato sauce and pumpkin purée.
  5. Return chicken, add broth, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  6. Add cream and cook 5 more minutes until thick and silky.
  7. Garnish with cilantro and serve with rice or naan.

Notes

Perfect for cozy fall dinners; pairs beautifully with rice or naan.