Curried Winter Squash and Chicken Stew

Total Time: 

30-40 minutes

Servings: 

4-6

This quick and easy aromatic stew is rich in flavor and perfect for crisp fall and winter days.

This quick and easy aromatic stew is rich in flavor and perfect for crisp fall and winter days.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound boneless chicken breast, diced
  • 2 cups yellow onion, diced (1 large)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons curry powder
  • 2 teaspoons cumin, ground
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 1/2-2 cups chicken stock
  • 1 (12-ounce) can coconut milk
  • 2 medium red potatoes, washed and diced
  • 1 large butternut or acorn squash, peeled, seeded and diced
  • 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes (do not drain)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Preparation

  1. In a large (4 1/2-quart) pot, saute the onion and garlic in olive oil. Add chicken and cook until onion is translucent.
  2. Add curry powder, cumin, and cinnamon. Cook for 1 minute.
  3. Add stock, coconut milk, potatoes, squash, and tomatoes to the pot. Bring to a boil, stirring slowly.
  4. Cover and simmer until potatoes and squash are just fork tender.
  5. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with cilantro and serve.

Serving Suggestion

Serve with a rice or a hearty bread and green salad.

Nutritional Information

288 calories, 5g. fat, 61 mg. cholesterol, 484 mg. sodium, 20 g. carbohydrate, 7 g. fiber, 21 g. protein

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