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Pumpkin Chicken Bake

October 16, 2025 · Chef Emma ·

Juicy baked chicken in creamy pumpkin sauce topped with herbs in a white baking dish.
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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

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Pumpkin Chicken Bake: Juicy baked chicken in creamy pumpkin sauce topped with herbs in a white baking dish.
Juicy chicken baked in creamy pumpkin sauce — a simple, comforting fall dinner idea.

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

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish with olive oil.
  2. In a bowl, mix pumpkin puree, cream, salt, pepper, and thyme.
  3. Sear chicken in a skillet for 2 minutes per side until lightly golden.
  4. Place chicken in the baking dish and pour the pumpkin mixture over it.
  5. Optional: top with grated parmesan or breadcrumbs for extra flavor.
  6. Bake for 25 minutes or until chicken is fully cooked and sauce is bubbly.
  7. 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.
Juicy baked chicken in creamy pumpkin sauce topped with herbs in a white baking dish.

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.
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Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • – 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
See also  Pumpkin Alfredo Pasta

Equipment

  • – Oven-safe baking dish
  • – Mixing bowl
  • – Whisk or spoon
  • – Measuring cups and spoons
  • – Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish with olive oil.
  2. In a bowl, mix pumpkin puree, cream, salt, pepper, and thyme.
  3. Sear chicken in a skillet for 2 minutes per side until lightly golden.
  4. Place chicken in the baking dish and pour the pumpkin mixture over it.
  5. Optional: top with grated parmesan or breadcrumbs for extra flavor.
  6. Bake for 25 minutes or until chicken is fully cooked and sauce is bubbly.
  7. 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.

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