Pumpkin and onion side dish with chicken fillet
4 servings
60 minutes
Pumpkin garnish with onions and chicken fillet is a harmony of tenderness and aroma. European cuisine is known for its attention to flavor balance, and this recipe is no exception. Sweet pumpkin, caramelized onions, and juicy chicken fillet create a delicate and warming dish perfect for a cozy family dinner. Its roots may stem from simple rural traditions where seasonal products were transformed into hearty treats. The fried fillet adds richness, while spices highlight the natural sweetness of the pumpkin. This dish easily complements fresh vegetables and pairs well with soft bread flatbreads or a light salad. It is nutritious, delicious, and fits perfectly into everyday menus.
1
Prepare the necessary products.
2
Remove the seeds from the pumpkin.
- Pumpkin: 1 piece
3
Peel the pumpkin and cut it into slices.
- Pumpkin: 1 piece
4
Then cut the slices into smaller sticks.
- Pumpkin: 1 piece
5
Cut the onion in a convenient way.
- Onion: 1 head
6
Melt butter in a pan.
- Butter: 50 g
7
Then lightly sauté the onion.
- Onion: 1 head
8
Add pumpkin to the onion.
- Pumpkin: 1 piece
9
Salt and season with spice.
- Seasonings: to taste
10
Sauté the pumpkin with onions over medium heat until cooked (visually, the pumpkin will start to slightly break down and become soft).
11
Wash and dry the chicken fillet.
- Chicken fillet: 4 pieces
12
Cut the fillet into long strips.
- Chicken fillet: 4 pieces
13
Optionally season the pieces of fillet with spices.
- Seasonings: to taste
14
Fry until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes each side.
- Chicken fillet: 4 pieces
15
Combine pumpkin and chicken fillet in a pan, cover with a lid for a few minutes.
- Chicken fillet: 4 pieces
- Pumpkin: 1 piece
16
Serve with fresh vegetables.