Ingredients and Weight: - Boneless, skinless chicken breasts: 16 ounces - Pumpkin puree: 1 1/2 cups - Heavy cream: 1 cup - Parmesan cheese, grated: 1/2 cup - Butter: 4 tablespoons - Garlic, minced: 2 cloves - Chicken broth: 1/2 cup - Nutmeg, ground: 1/4 teaspoon - Salt and pepper to taste
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Difficulty Level: 2
Preparation Method Steps: 1. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. 2. Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken until golden brown on both sides. Remove from skillet and set aside. 3. In the same skillet, melt the remaining butter. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. 4. Stir in pumpkin puree, chicken broth, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer. 5. Add chicken breasts back to the skillet. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through. 6. Remove chicken from the skillet and slice. 7. Add heavy cream to the pumpkin sauce. Bring to a simmer and cook until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. 8. Stir in Parmesan cheese. 9. Return chicken to the skillet and heat through.
Nutritional Information: Serving size: 1 cup Calories: 350 Fat: 18g (9g saturated) Carbohydrates: 20g Protein: 25g
Dish Characteristics: - Creamy and flavorful - Balanced combination of chicken and pumpkin - Rich and satisfying - Perfect for a cozy fall meal
User Comments: - "This was a delicious and easy-to-make dish. The pumpkin added a sweet and savory flavor to the classic Alfredo sauce." - "I loved the combination of chicken and pumpkin. It was a unique and satisfying meal." - "This recipe was a hit with my family. The creamy sauce and tender chicken were perfect for a cold night."
Special Precautions and Tips: - Make sure the chicken is cooked through before serving. - If you don't have pumpkin puree, you can roast a small pumpkin and puree it yourself. - This dish can also be made with other types of meat, such as pork or shrimp.