Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of creamy butternut squash butter chicken, a delightful fusion of tender chicken and velvety butternut squash enveloped in a rich, aromatic sauce. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for cozy family dinners or impressing guests at your next gathering. With minimal ingredients and maximum flavor, it’s sure to become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups diced butternut squash
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp coriander
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat, then sauté chopped onions until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in cumin, coriander, and turmeric; cook for about 1 minute.
- Add diced butternut squash and coconut milk; simmer gently for about 15 minutes until the squash is tender.
- Incorporate the seasoned chicken into the pot; cook for 10-12 minutes or until fully cooked.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg