Description
Discover the delightful flavors of Pumpkin Butter Chicken, a unique twist on the classic dish that is perfect for cozy family dinners or festive gatherings. This recipe features tender chicken simmered in a creamy pumpkin sauce spiced with warm autumn flavors. Using pumpkin puree instead of heavy cream keeps this dish light and healthy without sacrificing taste. Whether you’re preparing a weeknight meal or entertaining guests, this Pumpkin Butter Chicken is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt (or dairy-free coconut yogurt)
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or chicken breasts)
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 2 cups unsweetened full-fat coconut milk
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- Spices: garam masala, turmeric, chili powder, coriander, cumin
- Coconut oil and non-dairy butter
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine yogurt, ginger, garlic, spices, and salt. Add chicken pieces and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat coconut oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook marinated chicken until browned on all sides; set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté onions in non-dairy butter until soft. Stir in additional ginger and garlic along with spices and tomato paste.
- Add coconut milk and pumpkin puree to the mixture; simmer to thicken.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and simmer until cooked through.
- Serve topped with fresh cilantro over rice or cauliflower rice.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg