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Creamy Pumpkin & Parmesan Chicken Skillet
A flavorful and creamy chicken skillet featuring pumpkin, Parmesan, and fresh basil for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Protein
- 4 pieces skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 2 lb. total)
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
Seasonings
- 1 tsp Kosher salt
- 0.25 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 3 tbsp tomato paste
- 0.25 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (plus more for serving)
Broth & Purees
- 1.5 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 0.75 cup pumpkin puree
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan (plus more, shaved, for serving)
- 0.25 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 lemon juiced
Fresh Basil
- 0.5 cup packed fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced (divided)
Instructions
- Season chicken with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Cook in a skillet until golden, then transfer to a plate.
- Cook garlic, tomato paste, and red pepper flakes until fragrant. Add broth, pumpkin, Parmesan, cream, lemon juice, and salt; simmer. Return chicken and cook until sauce thickens.
- Stir in half of basil; season. Garnish with remaining basil, shaved Parmesan, and red pepper flakes before serving.
Notes
Use fresh basil for the best flavor and adjust red pepper flakes to taste.