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Chicken Recipe

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This comforting dish combines tender shredded chicken with soft, sweet pumpkin in a rich, aromatic curry sauce. The mild curry powder adds a gentle warmth without overwhelming heat, while the flour-thickened base creates a luxurious, gravy-like consistency that clings beautifully to every bite. It&# 226;ÂÂs a hearty, protein-packed meal that feels like a warm hug on a chilly evening. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe comes together quickly using pantry staples and leftover cooked chicken. Serve it over steamed rice or with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce. ItâÂÂs a simple, satisfying dinner that the whole family will love.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 12
Calories: 699.3
Description
This comforting dish combines tender shredded chicken with soft, sweet pumpkin in a rich, aromatic curry sauce. The mild curry powder adds a gentle warmth without overwhelming heat, while the flour-thickened base creates a luxurious, gravy-like consistency that clings beautifully to every bite. It&# 226;ÂÂs a hearty, protein-packed meal that feels like a warm hug on a chilly evening. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe comes together quickly using pantry staples and leftover cooked chicken. Serve it over steamed rice or with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce. ItâÂÂs a simple, satisfying dinner that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
  • 1/2 cups plain flour, plus 1/4 cup extra
  • 2 Teaspoons mild curry powder
  • g cold butter, chopped
  • 2 Tablespoons chilled water
  • g pumpkin, peeled, chopped
  • 2 Tablespoons vegetable or peanut oil,
  • 1 Onion, finely chopped
  • â cups water
  • 2 Large chicken stock cubes
  • 2 Cups shredded cooked chicken
Directions
  1. 1
    Heat the oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
  2. 2
    Add the chopped onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. 3
    Stir in the chopped pumpkin and cook for another 5 minutes until slightly tender.
  4. 4
    In a small bowl, mix the flour with the 2 teaspoons of mild curry powder.
  5. 5
    Gradually whisk the chilled water into the flour mixture to form a smooth paste.
  6. 6
    Pour the flour paste into the skillet with the onions and pumpkin, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
  7. 7
    Add the 2/3 cups of water and crumbled chicken stock cubes, stirring until the stock dissolves.
  8. 8
    Simmer the mixture for 10-15 minutes until the pumpkin is tender and the sauce has thickened.
  9. 9
    Stir in the shredded cooked chicken and heat through for 2-3 minutes.
  10. 10
    Remove from heat and stir in the cold butter for richness and gloss.
  11. 11
    Serve warm, garnished with fresh coriander if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 699.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 45.4g70%
Saturated Fat 18.9g95%
Cholesterol 182.8mg61%
Sodium 280.4mg12%
Total Carbohydrate 23.1g8%
Dietary Fiber 0.8g4%
Sugars 3.3g
Protein 42.1g85%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chicken, curry, pumpkin, comfort food, easy dinner, weeknight meal, shredded chicken, vegetable oil, onion, butter, flour, stock cubes, creamy sauce, family friendly, hearty, warm, savory, quick meal, leftover chicken, homestyle
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