Chicken Pumpkin Stew
A warm and comforting chicken pumpkin stew made with tender chicken thighs, sweet pumpkin chunks, and aromatic vegetables simmered in a savory broth. This hearty one-pot meal is perfect for cozy dinners and tastes even better the next day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 3 cups pumpkin, peeled and cubed
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Season the chicken thighs with salt and black pepper.
- Brown the chicken on both sides for about 5 to 6 minutes, then remove from the pot and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté the diced onion, minced garlic, carrots, and celery until softened and fragrant.
- Return the chicken to the pot and add the cubed pumpkin.
- Pour in the chicken broth, then stir in the dried thyme and paprika.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 to 35 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the pumpkin is tender.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve hot and enjoy.
Notes
- For deeper flavor, allow the stew to rest for 10 minutes before serving.
- You can substitute pumpkin with butternut squash if needed.
- This stew freezes well for up to 2 months in airtight containers.
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