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Close-up of tender chicken pieces coated in a rich, yellow Creamy Butternut Squash Butter Chicken sauce, sprinkled with pepper.

Creamy Butternut Squash Butter Chicken

  • Author: ferecipe.com
  • Total Time: 55 min
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

A rich and creamy version of butter chicken using butternut squash for sweetness and texture.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 cup butternut squash puree
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until browned on all sides. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Add onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add garlic and ginger and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Stir in cumin, coriander, turmeric, garam masala, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for 30 seconds.
  6. Stir in butternut squash puree, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and tomato paste. Bring to a simmer.
  7. Return the chicken to the pot. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
  8. Stir in heavy cream and sugar. Heat through gently, do not boil.
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  10. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • For a smoother sauce, blend the sauce mixture before adding the cream.
  • Use pre-made butternut squash puree to save time.
  • Serve over basmati rice or with naan bread.
  • Prep Time: 20 min
  • Cook Time: 35 min
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Indian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 10
  • Sodium: 450
  • Fat: 25
  • Saturated Fat: 14
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11
  • Trans Fat: 0.5
  • Carbohydrates: 20
  • Fiber: 4
  • Protein: 38
  • Cholesterol: 130

Keywords: butternut squash, butter chicken, creamy chicken, Indian curry, mild curry

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