Cooking Chicken In Pumpkin - Different Pumpkin Chicken Recipe Village Style - Steamed Chicken Recipe

whole pumpkin

🥗Healthier: butternut squash

💰Cheaper: carrots

Butternut squash offers similar flavor and texture, while carrots are more affordable.

chicken pieces

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are often less expensive than breasts.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, and water is the most economical option.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, while canola oil is budget-friendly.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Cut the top off the pumpkin and scoop out the seeds and fibers.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Add chicken pieces to the skillet and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in diced tomatoes, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper; cook for 2-3 minutes.

Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer for 10 minutes.

Fill the hollowed pumpkin with the chicken mixture.

Cover the pumpkin with its lid and place it on a baking sheet.

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-60 minutes, until the pumpkin is tender.

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Garnish with chopped cilantro and lime juice before serving.

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