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Savory Chicken Pumpkin Curry

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A cozy dish combining tender chicken, pumpkin, and aromatic spices, perfect for chilly nights.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil
  • 21 oz Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs
  • 1 Red Onion, minced
  • 2 cloves Garlic, crushed
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Fresh Turmeric
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Cumin
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Coriander Seeds
  • 1 tablespoon Sambal Oelek
  • 14.1 oz Pumpkin, cubed
  • 1.6 cups Chicken Stock
  • 1 bunch Fresh Coriander Leaves, chopped
  • 0.25 cups Coconut Cream or Regular Heavy Cream (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Dice the chicken, mince the onion, crush the garlic, and cube the pumpkin.
  2. Heat the Oil: In a large pot, heat vegetable oil over medium heat.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Add diced chicken thighs and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned.
  4. Add Onion and Garlic: Stir in minced onion and crushed garlic, sauté for 3-4 minutes.
  5. Mix in the Spices: Add turmeric, cumin, and coriander, cooking for 1 minute.
  6. Add Heat with Sambal Oelek: Stir in sambal oelek for spice.
  7. Incorporate the Pumpkin: Mix in cubed pumpkin.
  8. Pour in Chicken Stock: Add chicken stock and bring to a simmer.
  9. Cook Until Tender: Cover and cook for 20-25 minutes over medium-low heat.
  10. Add Cream: Stir in coconut cream or heavy cream and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  11. Garnish and Serve: Add chopped coriander leaves and stir before serving.

Notes

Serves well with steamed rice or warm naan bread. Can be stored in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or frozen for 2-3 months.

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