Braised Chicken with Pumpkin, Sage, & Walnuts
Description: Dive into this delightful winter dish that combines succulent chicken with the earthy sweetness of pumpkin, aromatic sage, and crunchy walnuts. Adapted from a recipe by Michael Lomonaco, former chef of the iconic “Windows on the World” atop one of the NYC World Trade Center towers, this dish is both comforting and elegant, perfect for a cozy dinner at home or a special occasion with friends and family.
Recipe Category: One Dish Meal 🍲
Keywords: Chicken, Poultry, Vegetable, Meat, Winter, Thanksgiving, Weeknight, Stove Top, < 4 Hours ⏰
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 644.7
- Fat Content: 45.3g
- Saturated Fat Content: 13g
- Cholesterol Content: 180.1mg
- Sodium Content: 967.5mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 10.4g
- Fiber Content: 1.7g
- Sugar Content: 3.8g
- Protein Content: 47.2g
Servings:
- Recipe Servings: 4
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Chicken |
| – | (Cut into pieces) |
| 2 tbsp | Olive oil |
| 1 tbsp | Butter |
| 1 | Onion |
| 1 | Carrot |
| 1/2 | Small pumpkin |
| 2 1/2 cups | Hot chicken broth |
| 1/2 tsp | Salt |
| 1/2 tsp | Pepper |
| 2 | Fresh sage leaves |
| 1/2 tsp | Dried sage |
| 1/2 cup | Walnuts |
Instructions:
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Preparation:
- Generously sprinkle chicken on both sides with salt and pepper.
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Browning the Chicken:
- Over medium heat, melt olive oil and butter in a large pan that you can fit all chicken pieces in without crowding.
- Add chicken, skin side down, and cook slowly until chicken is golden brown color.
- Turn pieces over, add onions, carrots, and pumpkin, and continue cooking until chicken is golden brown.
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Braising:
- Once the chicken is browned, let it and the vegetables cook slowly together for 5 to 7 minutes.
- Add about 1 3/4 cups of hot stock and simmer over low heat for 30-35 minutes, slightly uncovered, checking occasionally to add more stock if needed.
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Finishing Touches:
- Transfer chicken pieces to a large serving platter.
- Add walnuts and sage to the pot and cook for two minutes.
- Spoon vegetables onto the serving platter around the chicken, and pour the remaining sauce in the pot over the chicken.
- Sprinkle reserved sage and walnuts over the dish to garnish.
Enjoy this exquisite Braised Chicken with Pumpkin, Sage, & Walnuts, a hearty and flavorful meal that will surely become a favorite in your winter recipe collection!
