PUMPKIN-CURRY CHICKEN OVER CASHEW RICE

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This is truly a dish that combines international flavors with homespun comfort. The sweet curry aroma alone will warm hearts on gray-sky days. For more veggie goodness, add roasted cauliflower. -Aysha Schurman, Ammon, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups uncooked jasmine rice
1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
4 teaspoons curry powder, divided
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1 cup canned pumpkin
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup raisins
1/4 cup apple butter
1/2 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
1/3 cup chopped cashews, toasted
Minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Cook rice according to package directions., Meanwhile, sprinkle chicken with 1 teaspoon curry powder and pepper. In a large skillet, saute chicken in oil for 5-6 minutes or until no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Stir in the pumpkin, broth, raisins, apple butter, five-spice powder and remaining curry powder. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5-7 minutes to allow flavors to blend., Stir cashews into cooked rice and serve with chicken mixture. Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 609 calories, Fat 14g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 232mg sodium, Carbohydrate 85g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 36g protein.

Kalpana Karki
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This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I would recommend using less curry powder next time.


Cassandra Gaskin
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I would definitely recommend this dish to others. It was easy to make and the results were delicious.


Mohsin Kiani
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This recipe was a waste of time. The chicken was tough and the sauce was bland.


Shah Sadik
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This dish was amazing! I will definitely be making it again.


Kuzi Ndlela
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The chicken was a little dry, but the sauce was delicious. I would recommend cooking the chicken for a shorter amount of time.


Lesley Calnun
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This dish was too spicy for me, but my husband loved it. I would recommend using less curry powder if you don't like spicy food.


Khetam Abusnieneh
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I'm not a fan of pumpkin, but I loved this dish. The pumpkin flavor was subtle and the curry sauce was delicious.


Immah Owuor
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I would definitely make this dish again. It was easy to make and the results were delicious.


Ziad Waleed
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This recipe was a disaster. The chicken was dry and tough, and the sauce was bland.


John Padilla
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This dish was amazing! I loved the combination of flavors and the chicken was cooked perfectly.


Desiye Omotola
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The chicken was a little dry, but the sauce was delicious. I would recommend cooking the chicken for a shorter amount of time or using a different cooking method.


stephanie mcclellan
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This dish was a little too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I would recommend using less curry powder if you don't like spicy food.


Akbor Umor
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I'm not usually a fan of pumpkin, but this dish changed my mind. The pumpkin flavor was subtle and perfectly complemented the chicken and curry.


Semira Abdulahi
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This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was amazing! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was so flavorful.


Kylar
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The pumpkin and coconut milk give it a rich, creamy flavor, while the curry powder and ginger add a nice spicy kick.


Anonna Moni
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This pumpkin curry chicken was a hit with my family! The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the pumpkin and cashew rice was creamy and delicious.