Stew of chicken hearts with pumpkin

This stew of chicken hearts with pumpkin is very easy to make and tastes absolutely delicious. Chicken hearts are often classified as organ meat, but they are actually just a normal muscle. One that has worked a lot, and therefore is very healthy and flavorful. After the recipe, we will delve deeper into this topic.

How to make a stew of chicken hearts with pumpkin?

A stew with chicken hearts has a significant advantage compared to other stews. They cook much faster than traditional stew meat, making this dish quick to prepare. And they have more flavor!

Preparing the Ingredients

First, we prepare the ingredients so that we can make the stew later without stress.

First and foremost, we handle the chicken hearts. Simply halve them lengthwise.

Next, quarter the brown mushrooms. You can also slice them, but we have chosen larger pieces of mushrooms here.

The most work is probably the cutting of the Hokkaido pumpkin. However, Hokkaido has an advantage. You don't need to remove the skin. It is very thin, and you can cook it along with the pumpkin. Cut the pumpkin with a large, sharp knife, and be careful. First, cut the pumpkin in half and remove the seeds. Then cut rings about one to two centimeters thick, which we then cut into pieces.

Next are the potatoes. Peel them and cut them into small cubes, approximately the same size as the pumpkin cubes.

The hardest part is now done. Now we move on to the herbs and flavorings. First and foremost, finely chop the parsley. We will use this to finish the stew at the end. You can also do this later if you prefer.

Crush the garlic with the flat side of a knife. Then remove the skin and finely chop the cloves.

Remove the ends of the onion and halve it. Remove the skin and cut the halved onions into rings.

Finally, we prepare the optional chili pepper. Remove the stem and slice it into rings. If you prefer, you can also halve the chili pepper lengthwise and remove the seeds. This will make the dish less spicy.

Preparing the Stew with Chicken Hearts and Pumpkin

Now that the "mise en place" is ready, we can start making the stew. First, heat some oil in a large pot. Add the onion, garlic, and chili pepper. Cook for a minute until the aromas are released.

Then add the chicken hearts and mushrooms to the pot. Sauté them for a few minutes, stirring well to sear the hearts on all sides.

Now add the pumpkin cubes, potatoes, and chicken broth to the stew. Bring it to a boil and let it simmer over medium heat for ten minutes. Meanwhile, you can add spices to taste.

In the meantime, dissolve the starch in some cold water. It's important to dissolve it in cold water before adding it to the stew to avoid lumps, which would prevent the stew from thickening properly.

Finally, add the dissolved starch to the stew. Stir well and let it simmer and thicken for a few more minutes. Then you can serve the stew with chicken hearts and pumpkin in deep plates and garnish with the chopped parsley.

About chicken hearts

Chicken hearts, or heart in general, are often categorized as organ meat. But in fact, they have more in common with chicken breast or thigh than with other organ meats like kidneys or liver. A heart is a muscle, and one that works very hard. This results in a delicious taste and texture.

Chicken hearts can be prepared in various ways. Besides this stew, you can also grill, fry, or even use them in soups. They have a unique, rich flavor and a firm texture.

Moreover, chicken hearts are very healthy. They are rich in protein, iron, vitamin B12, and other nutrients. They are also a good source of co-enzyme Q10, which is important for energy production and the heart.

Chicken hearts can also be classified as sustainable. It is a sustainable choice to use all parts of the animal and reduce food waste.

Read more about chicken hearts in the following articles:

• Are chicken hearts healthy? Nutritients, benefits and downsides. (Healthline).
• Is eating chicken heart good for you? Is it high in cholesterol? (MedicineNet).
• Is chicken heart healthy? Exploring the nutritional benefits and considerations (Cymbiotika).
• Chicken heart: a nutrient packed culinary adventure (one stop halal).

Want more inspiration for delicious and surprising recipes with chicken hearts? Be sure to check out the following ideas:

• Offaly chicken heart yakitori (Jess Pryles).
• Healthy grilled chicken hearts recipe (Seven sons).
• Chicken hearts with onions and mushrooms (Sanderson Farms).
• Brazilian pan fried chicken hearts (Like hot keto).
• Sautéed chicken hearts (healthy recipes).

More surprising.pumpkin

Chances are, after making this stew with chicken hearts and pumpkin, you will have some leftover pumpkin. What to do with it? There's a solution for every question. So be sure to check out the following recipe ideas:

• Vegetarian pumpkin curry with noodles.
• Spicy pumpkin soup with wild rice.
• Delicious filled pumpkin.
• Biscoff-pumpkin pie.
• Pumpkin cake with raisins.

If you speak Dutch, you can find the Dutch version of this recipe on gerechtenweb.blog.