Mediterranean Chicken Stew with Prunes and Pumpkin

Name: Mediterranean Chicken Stew with Prunes and Pumpkin
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 8 bone-in chicken thighs (about 3 pounds); 1 tablespoon ground cumin; 1 tablespoon sweet Hungarian paprika; 2 teaspoons sea salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 onion, quartered (or cut into sixths if larger); 1 pound pumpkin or butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cubed; 2 garlic cloves, minced; One 2-inch piece of ginger, peeled and minced; 4 cups chicken broth; Zest and juice of 1 orange (cut into julienne strips with a peeler, not a micro plane); 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary; 1 cup pitted prunes, halved lengthwise; 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley; 1/2 cup chopped fresh mint

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
8 bone-in chicken thighs (about 3 pounds)
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon sweet Hungarian paprika
2 teaspoons sea salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 onion, quartered (or cut into sixths if larger)
1 pound pumpkin or butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cubed
2 garlic cloves, minced
One 2-inch piece of ginger, peeled and minced
4 cups chicken broth
Zest and juice of 1 orange (cut into julienne strips with a peeler, not a micro plane)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary
1 cup pitted prunes, halved lengthwise
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/2 cup chopped fresh mint

1
Heat the olive oil in a large deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium high heat.
2
While the oil is heating season the chicken with half the cumin, paprika, salt and pepper and place in the skillet to sear on both sides, working in batches not to overcrowd the pan.
3
Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
4
Reduce the heat to low and add the onion and pumpkin; cook and stir about 10 minutes.
5
Add the garlic, ginger, remaining cumin, paprika, salt and pepper and cook, stirring constantly about 1 minute.
6
Stir in the broth, orange zest, orange juice and rosemary.
7
Return the chicken to the skillet, add the prunes and bring to a low boil.
8
Reduce the heat to simmer and cook about 30 minutes, until the chicken and pumpkin are tender and cooked through.
9
Stir in the parsley and mint just before serving and serve warm on a bed of jasmine rice or couscous.

1759

kcal

Calories

129

Fat

Carbs

129

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 8 bone-in chicken thighs (about 3 pounds), 1 tablespoon ground cumin, 1 tablespoon sweet Hungarian paprika, and more.

Yes, Mediterranean Chicken Stew with Prunes and Pumpkin falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!