Simple pumpkin recipe for the whole family
Autumn is pumpkin time! And for everyone who has already tried out the classic pumpkin recipes, from pumpkin soup to pumpkin puree to pumpkin gnocchi, we have a particularly simple and hearty recipe ready. Juicy chicken pieces combined with tender pumpkin and aromatic spices make this dish a real highlight for the whole family. Ideal for a quick dinner or as part of a cozy autumn menu - get inspired and enjoy the delicious flavors of autumn in your kitchen!
Ingredients for the pumpkin chicken pan
For 2 servings of this autumn recipe you need the following ingredients:
2 chicken breast fillets
1 red pepper
400 g Hokkaido *
1 onion
2 cloves of garlic
1 pinch of cinnamon
1 tablespoon tomato paste or pesto
100 ml white wine
200 ml chicken stock
1 cup of cream
spices (salt, black pepper)
Optional: 2 tablespoons starch
* Tip: Except for the stem, the Hokkaido pumpkin is completely edible!
How to prepare this quick dish with pumpkin
- Cut the chicken breast fillets into bite-sized pieces and place them in a bowl. Add the starch and mix with a tablespoon or wooden spoon until the pieces of meat are completely covered with starch.
- Deseed the red pepper and cut into small cubes. Cut the pumpkin into bite-sized slices.
- Heat some oil in a pan and fry the chicken pieces on all sides. Then remove and set aside. Sauté the pumpkin and peppers in the same pan and season with a small pinch of cinnamon.
- Chop the onion and garlic in a blender or finely chop. Then add the mixture and the tomato paste or pesto and fry everything well.
- Then deglaze with the white wine and let it boil down almost completely. Add the chicken stock and reduce the heat. Finally, stir in the cream and let everything simmer for about 5 minutes.
- In a final step, add the chicken again and season everything with salt, pepper (and a little sugar if necessary). Leave to stand for about 5 minutes with the stove turned off and then serve.
Tip: We recommend rice, quinoa or roasted sweet potatoes as a side dish!
Have fun cooking and enjoy your meal!
