ROASTED PUMPKIN WITH YOGHURT SAUCE, CHICKEN THIGHS & GREENS
May 21, 2025
Serves: 4 people
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
INGREDIENTS
For the pumpkin and chicken:
– 1 small butternut pumpkin (~1.2 kg / 2.6 lb), peeled, deseeded, and cut into thick wedges
– 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (~800g total)
– 3 tbsp olive oil
– 1 tsp ground cumin
– 1 tsp smoked paprika
– 1 tsp garlic powder
– 1 tsp sea salt
– ½ tsp black pepper
For the yoghurt sauce:
– 3/4 cup plain Greek yoghurt (unsweetened, full-fat)
– 1 garlic clove, finely minced
– 1 tbsp lemon juice
– 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
– Salt and pepper to taste
For the garnish:
– 3 tbsp pine nuts, toasted
– 2 cups baby spinach or rocket (arugula)
– Optional: fresh parsley or coriander (for topping)
METHOD
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (390°F), fan-forced.
- Prepare the pumpkin and chicken: Place pumpkin wedges on a large baking tray lined with parchment paper. Place chicken thighs skin-side up on the same tray (or a second tray if needed for space). In a small bowl, mix olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Drizzle and rub the seasoning mixture evenly over both the pumpkin and chicken.
- Roast: Place trays in the oven. Roast for 35–40 minutes, or until the pumpkin is tender and caramelised at the edges and the chicken skin is golden and crispy, and juices run clear (internal temp ~74°C / 165°F). Turn the pumpkin once halfway through for even roasting.
- Prepare the yoghurt sauce: While roasting, whisk together the Greek yoghurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper in a bowl. Set aside.
- Toast the pine nuts: In a small dry pan over medium heat, toast the pine nuts for 2–3 minutes until golden and fragrant. Stir frequently to prevent burning. Set aside.
- Assemble: On serving plates, scatter a handful of baby spinach or rocket. Top with roasted pumpkin wedges and a chicken thigh. Drizzle generously with the yogurt sauce. Sprinkle over toasted pine nuts and a few fresh herbs if using.
- Serve immediately while the chicken is crispy and warm!
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