Creamy Butternut Squash Butter Chicken
Creamy Butternut Squash Butter Chicken is a comforting dish that melds tender chicken with a velvety coconut sauce, enriched by the natural sweetness of roasted butternut squash. This delightful fusion of flavors and spices not only warms the heart but also offers a unique twist on traditional butter chicken. Perfect for cozy dinners or impressing guests, this recipe guarantees a satisfying culinary experience that will keep everyone coming back for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1 lb)
- 2 cups butternut squash, diced
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tsp garam masala
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp cooking oil
Instructions
- Dice the butternut squash and cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, season the chicken with salt, pepper, garam masala, and cumin powder; let it marinate.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic and grated ginger until fragrant.
- Add the marinated chicken to the skillet and cook until golden brown on all sides.
- Stir in the diced butternut squash and cook for another five minutes.
- Pour in coconut milk and bring to a gentle simmer. Cover and cook for about 20 minutes until both chicken and squash are tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 405
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 730mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, you can swap chicken for tofu or chickpeas for a vegetarian version. Enhance flavors by including smoked paprika or fresh greens like spinach. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently on low heat.