CHICKEN WITH SUGAR PUMPKINS & APRICOTS

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When we have family gatherings, we give the slow cooker kitchen duty. This yummy chicken with pumpkin and apricots has the warm flavors of Morocco. -Nancy Heishman, Las Vegas, Nevada

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 Sugar Baby pumpkins, peeled and cubed (5 to 6 cups each)
1 tablespoon canola oil
8 boneless skinless chicken thighs (4 ounces each)
1 medium red onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 cup dried Turkish apricots, diced
1/2 cup apricot nectar
1/3 cup apricot preserves
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
Hot cooked rice, optional
1/2 cup pomegranate seeds, optional

Steps:

  • Place pumpkin in a 5-qt. slow cooker coated with cooking spray., In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; brown chicken thighs on all sides. Transfer chicken to slow cooker. In same skillet, saute onion and garlic 1-2 minutes; transfer to slow cooker., Add next eight ingredients to slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low until meat is tender, 4-5 hours. Top with parsley. If desired, serve with hot cooked rice and sprinkle with pomegranate seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 376mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Christina Alligood-Thornton
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This is the best chicken dish I've ever had!


Joy Nnangha
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This is one of my favorite recipes to make for special occasions. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


DK Younos
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I've made this dish a few times now and it's always a hit with my guests. It's a great way to impress your friends and family.


Kabir Karimi
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The chicken is so tender and juicy, and the sauce is incredible.


Sajib Khondokar
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but I really enjoyed this dish. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was very flavorful.


Beauty touch
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the results are always delicious.


Abdul
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I made a few substitutions to this recipe (I used butternut squash instead of sugar pumpkins and dried apricots instead of fresh), but it still turned out great. I'll definitely be making this again.


Abu Maruf
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I've never made chicken with sugar pumpkins and apricots before, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It was a delicious and unique dish.


Lizwilenkosi Mbutu
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I highly recommend this recipe. It's a delicious and easy way to prepare chicken.


prince magar
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This dish is a must-try! The chicken is so tender and juicy, and the sauce is incredible.


Donna Hebert
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are always amazing.


KYLE Theunissen
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This was a great recipe! I made it for my family and they all loved it. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious.


Dilip Gurung
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the sauce is rich and creamy.


Nahar Islam
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This is one of my favorite chicken recipes. It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I love the combination of sweet and savory flavors.


Michael Wright
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I made this dish last night and it was amazing! The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the sauce was to die for. My husband and I both loved it.


Ebrima Sumareh
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This chicken dish was a hit with my family! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the combination of sugar pumpkins and apricots was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.