Best 7 Chicken With Butternut Squash Recipes

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**Succulent Chicken with Butternut Squash: A Symphony of Fall Flavors**

As the autumn leaves paint the world in vibrant hues, it's time to embrace the culinary delights of the season. Our featured dish, Chicken with Butternut Squash, is a symphony of fall flavors that will warm your heart and tantalize your taste buds. This delectable dish features tender chicken nestled amidst roasted butternut squash, complemented by a medley of aromatic herbs and spices. The butternut squash, with its naturally sweet and nutty flavor, caramelizes in the oven, creating a delightful contrast to the savory chicken. The unique blend of seasonings, including thyme, sage, paprika, and garlic, infuses the dish with a depth of flavor that will leave you craving more. But that's not all - this article also offers a collection of equally tempting recipes that showcase the versatility of chicken and butternut squash. From a creamy chicken and butternut squash soup to a hearty chicken and butternut squash risotto, there's something for every palate.

Let's cook with our recipes!

LEMON CHICKEN WITH BUTTERNUT SQUASH



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

3/4 pounds cubed peeled butternut squash (about 6 cups)
2 lemons (1 sliced, 1 juiced)
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 6 ounces each)
3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Toss the squash, sliced lemon, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon oregano, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl. Spread on a rimmed baking sheet. Roast, undisturbed, until the squash is tender and lightly browned around the edges, about 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, season the chicken with salt and pepper. Heat a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil. Add the chicken; cook until well browned on the bottom, 3 to 5 minutes. Flip the chicken and transfer the skillet to the oven. Roast until the chicken is just cooked through, 5 to 8 minutes.
  • Return the skillet to the stovetop over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook until softened, about 1 minute. Add the lemon juice and the remaining 1 tablespoon oregano. Cook, spooning the pan juices over the chicken, 1 minute. Serve the chicken with the roasted squash and lemon; drizzle with the remaining pan juices.

CHICKEN AND BUTTERNUT SQUASH



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Looking for a tasty dinner made using Progresso® broth? Then try this roasted chicken and squash recipe.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 bone-in chicken breasts (about 2 lb), skinned
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
5 cups cubed (1/2 inch) peeled butternut squash (2 1/4 lb)
1 teaspoon fines herbes or 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
3 tablespoons dry white wine or Progresso™ reduced-sodium chicken broth

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 450°F. Spray roasting pan with cooking spray. Place chicken in pan. Brush chicken with 1 1/2 teaspoons of the oil; sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon each of the salt and pepper.
  • Place squash in large bowl; drizzle with remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons oil. Sprinkle with fines herbes and remaining 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper; toss well. Spoon squash around chicken.
  • Roast uncovered 35 to 40 minutes or until juice of chicken is clear when thickest part is cut to bone (at least 165°F). Remove chicken and squash from pan; cover to keep warm.
  • Add wine to pan drippings; heat to boiling over high heat, stirring to loosen brown particles. Reduce heat; cook 2 minutes or until sauce is reduced to 1/4 cup.
  • On each of 4 plates, place 1 chicken breast and 1 cup squash. Spoon 1 tablespoon sauce over each chicken breast.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Carbohydrate 37 g, Fat 1, Fiber 6 g, Protein 40 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 540 mg

EASY CHICKEN AND BUTTERNUT SQUASH STEW



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This easy-to-make chicken and squash stew is flavorful and incredibly versatile.

Provided by Arielle

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Chicken

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 ½ cups chopped fresh cilantro
1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
6 each skinless, boneless chicken thighs
1 tablespoon olive oil, or as needed
1 large onion, chopped
6 cloves garlic, chopped
2 pounds butternut squash, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 ½ cups chicken broth
1 ½ teaspoons hot paprika

Steps:

  • Mix cilantro, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper together in a bowl. Coat chicken thighs with spice mixture.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken, onion, and garlic; cook until chicken is browned, 4 to 5 minutes on each side. Add squash, tomatoes, chicken broth, and paprika. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and let simmer until chicken is no longer pink in the center and squash is tender, about 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295.2 calories, Carbohydrate 26.5 g, Cholesterol 72.4 mg, Fat 10.9 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 23.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 601.2 mg, Sugar 8.1 g

SHEET PAN MUSTARD CHICKEN WITH ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH



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This one-pan roasted chicken with butternut squash makes for a quick and easy fall dinner idea. You just need to toss everything together and bake!

Provided by Fioa

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

cooking spray
¼ cup olive oil, divided
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons apple cider
4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
1 ½ teaspoons crushed rosemary
salt, divided
1 teaspoon ground black pepper, divided
5 cups cubed butternut squash

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Grease a rimmed 13x18-inch baking sheet with cooking spray.
  • Whisk 2 tablespoons olive oil, mustard, and apple cider in a bowl.
  • Sprinkle chicken breasts with rosemary, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Place on one side of the baking sheet; brush with mustard mixture. Place butternut squash on the other side of the baking sheet; drizzle with remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; toss until well coated.
  • Roast in the preheated oven until squash is tender and chicken is golden, 35 to 40 minutes. Baste chicken with mustard mixture several times during roasting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 343.7 calories, Carbohydrate 23.7 g, Cholesterol 67.2 mg, Fat 16.6 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 26.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 1127.5 mg, Sugar 4.7 g

CHICKEN AND BUTTERNUT SQUASH CURRY



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The sweetness of the apple and roasted butternut squash are a perfect balance for this tasty chicken curry recipe. Goes perfect with rice!

Provided by cjb

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup peeled, cubed butternut squash
butter-flavored cooking spray
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 ½ tablespoons vegetable oil
½ tablespoon curry powder, or to taste
½ onion, thinly sliced
1 clove garlic, crushed
2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 tablespoon salted butter, or as needed
1 cup peeled and chopped apples
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup coconut milk
2 teaspoons white sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Place squash in a single layer on a baking sheet. Spray with cooking spray and season with salt and pepper.
  • Roast in the preheated oven until tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil and curry powder in a large pan over medium-high heat for 2 minutes. Stir in onion and garlic; cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add chicken, tossing lightly to coat. Reduce heat to medium and cook until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 5 to 8 minutes.
  • While the chicken is cooking, melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add apples and saute until tender, about 5 minutes. Slowly add in cornstarch. Pour in chicken broth; stir well. Pour into the pan with the chicken, and add roasted squash, coconut milk, and sugar; stir to combine. Cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, until heated through, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306 calories, Carbohydrate 16.2 g, Cholesterol 41.4 mg, Fat 21.8 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 14 g, SaturatedFat 13.7 g, Sodium 389.5 mg, Sugar 7 g

CHICKEN WITH BUTTERNUT SQUASH



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I found a fabulous recipe here recipe#397055 but sadly it did not fit into my diet. So I went to work to see if I could keep the same wonderful flavor while making the recipe a bit healthier! Thank you Texas Ladybug for sharing your fabulous recipe#397055! I give all credit to you! NOTE: Thx Sugasnaps. REwrote the directions to make them more clear!

Provided by Mamas Kitchen Hope

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced (I use a garlic press)
2 lbs butternut squash (weight before being peeled, seeded, and cut into 1/2-inch pieces 1 lb=appx 1.5 cups)
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon rosemary
14 ounces nonfat chicken broth (If your can or box is smaller you can add some water and bullion)
4 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large nonstick frying pan using medium high heat .
  • Add chicken and brown on both sides. Remove and keep warm.
  • Add onion to pan and saute until it becomes tender. Add garlic and saute for about 30 seconds or til the garlic releases its aroma.Do not brown the garlic or it will become bitter.
  • Add squash, thyme and rosemary and saute for 8 to 10 minutes and squash just begins to soften a little.
  • Add broth to the squash mix and bring to a bubble. Scrape the bottom of the pan to release (deglaze) all the yummy browned bits. Decrease heat to medium and simmer (a slow bubble) until the squash is tender. stirring occasionally.
  • If the liquid has not reduced and the squash is as tender as you like, turn the heat up and cook harder til sauce is at the thickness you want. Liquid should be reduced by about half.
  • Serve over pasta preferably, whole grain or brown rice.
  • Season, to taste, with salt and pepper and garnish each serving with freshly grated parmesan if desired.

BRAISED CHICKEN THIGHS WITH BUTTERNUT SQUASH



Braised Chicken Thighs with Butternut Squash image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 skinless, bone-in chicken thighs
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 cups cubed peeled butternut squash (about 12 ounces)
1 large sweet onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 small cinnamon stick
1/3 cup golden raisins
2 wide strips lemon zest, plus the juice of 1 lemon
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Fresh cilantro, for topping

Steps:

  • Season the chicken all over with salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned, 4 to 5 minutes per side. Remove to a plate.
  • Add the squash and onion to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly browned in spots, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until softened, about 30 seconds. Add the turmeric, cinnamon stick and raisins and stir to coat the vegetables.
  • Add the lemon zest and chicken broth to the skillet and bring to a simmer. Return the chicken to the skillet and reduce the heat to maintain a steady simmer; cover and cook until the chicken is cooked through, 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Transfer the chicken to plates. Stir the lemon juice into the broth and season with salt and pepper. Spoon the broth and vegetables over the chicken and top with cilantro.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use a combination of chicken thighs and breasts.
  • Be sure to season the chicken well with salt, pepper, and garlic powder before browning.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when browning the chicken. This will prevent the chicken from cooking evenly.
  • Roast the butternut squash until it is tender and slightly caramelized.
  • Add the chicken and butternut squash to a large bowl and toss with the cranberries, pecans, and parsley.
  • Serve the chicken and butternut squash over rice or quinoa.

Conclusion:

This chicken and butternut squash recipe is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The chicken is succulent and flavorful, and the butternut squash is roasted to perfection. The combination of chicken, butternut squash, cranberries, pecans, and parsley is simply irresistible. This recipe is sure to become a favorite in your household.

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