Chicken, Pumpkin, Dinner, Main Dish (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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2 large boneless skinless chicken breast halves.
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper.
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1 tablespoon fresh thyme or ½ teaspoon dried.
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2 tablespoons olive oil, divided.
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3 tablespoons flour, divided.
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4 cups mushrooms, sliced or quartered.
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1 small onion, chopped.
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3 tablespoons butter, divided.
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2 cups cubed pumpkin.
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2½ cups vegetable or chicken broth.
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½ cup cream.
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1 tablespoon chopped parsley.
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Mashed potatoes (for serving).
# Instructions:
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Cut each chicken breast into 2 thinner fillets. Season with salt, pepper, and thyme.
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Place chicken in a Ziploc bag, drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and coat with 2 tablespoons of flour. Set aside.
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Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Cook chicken fillets for 2 minutes on each side until lightly browned. Remove to a plate.
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In the same pot, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and cook mushrooms and onions for 1-2 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
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Add 1 tablespoon of butter to the pot, then add pumpkin and cook for 2-3 minutes.
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Return chicken to the pot and cook for 1-2 minutes with the pumpkin.
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Add broth and bring to a boil. Cook covered over medium heat for 3 minutes or until the pumpkin is tender.
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Mix a few tablespoons of broth with the cream, then add the cream mixture back to the pot.
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Add parsley, mushrooms, and onions. Cook uncovered for 1 minute to thicken the sauce.
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Serve over mashed potatoes.
# Notes:
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This dish is a hearty and flavorful combination of tender chicken, pumpkin, and mushrooms.
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It's perfect for a cozy dinner, served with mashed potatoes for a complete meal.