
Juicy chicken baked in a creamy pumpkin sauce with a hint of thyme. This cozy and flavorful fall dinner is easy to prepare and perfect for family weeknights.
Servings: 4 | Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 25 mins | Total Time: 35 mins

Equipment:
- Oven-safe baking dish
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk or spoon
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Knife and cutting board
Ingredients For Pumpkin Chicken Bake
- 2 boneless chicken breasts
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup cream
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- Optional: grated parmesan or breadcrumbs for topping
Instructions for Pumpkin Chicken Bake
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- In a bowl, mix pumpkin puree, cream, salt, pepper, and thyme.
- Sear chicken in a skillet for 2 minutes per side until lightly golden.
- Place chicken in the baking dish and pour the pumpkin mixture over it.
- Optional: top with grated parmesan or breadcrumbs for extra flavor.
- Bake for 25 minutes or until chicken is fully cooked and sauce is bubbly.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs or extra thyme.
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 390 | Protein: 32g | Fat: 20g | Carbs: 12g
Expert Tips:
- Use chicken thighs for a juicier texture.
- Add spinach or mushrooms for a complete one-pan meal.
- Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted veggies.
- Make extra sauce for dipping — it’s delicious!
- Great for fall meal prep or family dinners.

Pumpkin Chicken Bake
Juicy chicken baked in a creamy pumpkin sauce with a hint of thyme. This cozy and flavorful fall dinner is easy to prepare and perfect for family weeknights.
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- In a bowl, mix pumpkin puree, cream, salt, pepper, and thyme.
- Sear chicken in a skillet for 2 minutes per side until lightly golden.
- Place chicken in the baking dish and pour the pumpkin mixture over it.
- Optional: top with grated parmesan or breadcrumbs for extra flavor.
- Bake for 25 minutes or until chicken is fully cooked and sauce is bubbly.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs or extra thyme.
Notes
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 390 | Protein: 32g | Fat: 20g | Carbs: 12g Expert Tips:
– Use chicken thighs for a juicier texture.
– Add spinach or mushrooms for a complete one-pan meal.
– Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted veggies.
– Make extra sauce for dipping — it’s delicious!
– Great for fall meal prep or family dinners.
Calories: 390 | Protein: 32g | Fat: 20g | Carbs: 12g Expert Tips:
– Use chicken thighs for a juicier texture.
– Add spinach or mushrooms for a complete one-pan meal.
– Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted veggies.
– Make extra sauce for dipping — it’s delicious!
– Great for fall meal prep or family dinners.
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