Ingredients
– 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
– 2 cups pumpkin puree (canned or freshly made)
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1 medium onion, finely chopped
– 2 tablespoons butter
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
– 2 tablespoons tomato paste
– 2 teaspoons garam masala
– 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
– 1 teaspoon cumin powder
– ½ teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste)
– Salt, to taste
– Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
Follow these easy steps to create your Butter Chicken Pumpkin Curry:
1. Heat Oil and Butter: In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat until melted.
2. Sauté Onion: Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Add Garlic and Ginger: Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger; cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Cook Chicken: Add the bite-sized pieces of chicken and cook until they are golden brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
5. Incorporate Tomato Paste: Stir in the tomato paste, ensuring it coats the chicken well.
6. Add Spices: Sprinkle in the garam masala, turmeric, cumin, and chili powder. Mix thoroughly.
7. Include Pumpkin: Add the pumpkin puree, followed by the heavy cream. Stir until well combined.
8. Simmer: Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally. The sauce should thicken slightly.
9. Season: Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt, if needed.
10. Garnish: Once ready, remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
These steps will guide you through preparing this incredible dish effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Fat: 28g
- Protein: 36g