Best 9 Pork And Butternut Squash Stew Recipes

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Indulge in a heartwarming culinary experience with our delectable pork and butternut squash stew recipe. This hearty dish is a harmonious blend of succulent pork, tender butternut squash, and an array of aromatic spices, all simmered to perfection in a rich and flavorful broth. Accompany this stew with a side of crusty bread to soak up every drop of the savory sauce or creamy mashed potatoes for a complete and comforting meal. For a vegetarian alternative, explore our version that swaps pork for hearty vegetables like sweet potatoes and chickpeas, ensuring a protein-packed and equally satisfying dish.

Embrace the versatility of our pork and butternut squash stew recipe with two additional variations. Experiment with a slow-cooker method for a hassle-free preparation, allowing the stew to gently simmer all day, infusing the ingredients with even more flavor. Alternatively, discover the joys of creating this stew in a Dutch oven over an open fire, evoking a sense of rustic charm and outdoor adventure. No matter your cooking preferences, our recipes cater to all tastes and occasions, promising a delightful culinary journey.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

HARVEST BUTTERNUT & PORK STEW



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Cure your craving for something different with a savory stew that's tasty with warm bread. -Erin Chilcoat, Smithtown, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 8h20m

Yield 6 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, divided
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1-1/2 pounds boneless pork shoulder butt roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 tablespoon canola oil
2-3/4 cups cubed peeled butternut squash
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup frozen corn, thawed
1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 bay leaf
2-1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1-2/3 cups frozen shelled edamame, thawed

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine 1/3 cup flour, paprika, salt and coriander. Add pork, a few pieces at a time, and shake to coat., In a large skillet, brown pork in oil in batches; drain. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Add the squash, tomatoes, corn, onion, vinegar and bay leaf. In a small bowl, combine broth and remaining flour until smooth; stir into slow cooker., Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until pork and vegetables are tender. Stir in edamame; cover and cook 30 minutes longer. Discard bay leaf.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 371 calories, Fat 16g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 67mg cholesterol, Sodium 635mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

HALLOWEEN STEW WITH PORK AND BUTTERNUT SQUASH



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I threw this stew together once during October and it was just the thing I needed to warm me up and get me ready for Halloween. Serve with your favorite bread!

Provided by Jennifer Reeve

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Pork

Time 2h45m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 18

¼ cup olive oil, divided
2 pounds pork loin, cut into 1-inch cubes
½ cup flour
3 large onions, cut into wedges
4 (14.5 ounce) cans chicken stock
1 butternut squash, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
10 cloves garlic, peeled
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 (8 ounce) package baby carrots
4 stalks celery, chopped
2 (15 ounce) cans whole pitted black olives, drained
1 (8 ounce) package crimini mushrooms, sliced
⅓ cup Cabernet Sauvignon wine
4 fresh sage leaves, chopped
4 sprigs fresh oregano, chopped
4 sprigs fresh thyme, chopped
4 sprigs fresh rosemary, chopped
¼ cup fresh basil leaves, chopped

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Heat another 2 tablespoons oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Toss the pork loin with the flour in a bowl to coat the pork evenly.
  • Cook and stir the pork in the hot oil in the large pot until browned on all sides, 5 to 7 minutes. Meanwhile, cook and stir the onions in the hot oil in the skillet until soft and brown, about 10 minutes.
  • Pour the chicken stock into the large pot with the pork loin; add the browned onions, butternut squash, garlic cloves, minced garlic, baby carrots, celery, black olives, and crimini mushrooms. Bring the chicken stock mixture to a boil and reduce heat to medium low. Stir the Cabernet Sauvignon wine, sage, oregano, thyme, rosemary, and basil into the mixture. Place a cover on the pot and allow the mixture to simmer until fragrant and the pork loin is very tender, 2 to 3 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 384.4 calories, Carbohydrate 31.9 g, Cholesterol 46 mg, Fat 20 g, Fiber 7.2 g, Protein 20.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 1501.6 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

SPICY PORK AND BUTTERNUT SQUASH RAGU



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This recipe is a marvelously spicy combo that's perfect for cooler fall weather and satisfying after a day spent outdoors. -Monica Osterhaus, Paducah, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 5h20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) stewed tomatoes, undrained
1 package (12 ounces) frozen cooked winter squash, thawed
1 large sweet onion, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1-1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
2 pounds boneless country-style pork ribs
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Hot cooked pasta
Shaved Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • Combine first 5 ingredients in bottom of a 6- or 7-qt. slow cooker. Sprinkle ribs with salt, garlic powder and pepper; place in slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low until pork is tender, 5-6 hours., Remove cover; stir to break pork into smaller pieces. Serve with pasta. If desired, top with Parmesan cheese., Freeze option: Freeze cooled sauce in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 426mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 17g protein. Diabetic exchanges

EASY ONE-PAN PORK AND SQUASH DINNER



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This quick and easy one-pan pork tenderloin and roasted butternut squash will have your weeknight dinner done in no time and hassle free!

Provided by Fioa

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Pork Tenderloin Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

cooking spray
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 tablespoons honey
2 teaspoons salt, divided
2 teaspoons dried sage, divided
1 teaspoon ground black pepper, divided
1 pork tenderloin
5 cups (1-inch) cubes peeled, seeded butternut squash
2 Granny Smith apples, cut into 1-inch wedges
1 white onion, cut into 1/2-inch slices

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Grease a rimmed 13x18-inch baking sheet with cooking spray.
  • Whisk 1 tablespoon olive oil, honey, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon sage, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a bowl.
  • Place tenderloin on the prepared baking sheet; rub honey mixture onto pork.
  • Mix butternut squash, apples, and onion in a bowl; drizzle with remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon sage, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper; toss until well coated. Place around pork tenderloin.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until vegetables are tender and pork is cooked, 30 to 35 minutes; baste pork with honey mixture several times during roasting. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the pork should read at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 358 calories, Carbohydrate 44.5 g, Cholesterol 49.1 mg, Fat 13 g, Fiber 6.4 g, Protein 20.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 1211.9 mg, Sugar 22.1 g

SOUTHWESTERN PORK AND SQUASH SOUP



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I adapted a pork and squash stew recipe, using tomatoes and Southwestern-style seasonings. My husband and sons loved it, and the leftovers were even better the next day! Try it with fresh corn muffins. -Molly Newman, Portland, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h20m

Yield 6 servings (2-1/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound pork tenderloin, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon canola oil
3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 medium butternut squash, peeled and cubed
2 medium carrots, sliced
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with mild green chiles, undrained
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, brown pork and onion in oil; drain. Transfer to a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until meat is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 708mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SLOW COOKER BUTTERNUT SQUASH STEW



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A hearty mixture of veggies and sage sausage in a slow cooker.

Provided by MAGGIEMAY84

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Pork

Time 3h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

¾ butternut squash, diced
1 pound sage pork sausage, crumbled
3 potatoes, cut into small cubes
3 stalks celery, sliced
3 carrots, sliced
1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 large onion, diced
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 green bell pepper, thickly sliced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ teaspoons curry powder
1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
1 ½ teaspoons Chinese five-spice powder
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Stir butternut squash, sausage, potatoes, celery, carrots, chickpeas, crushed tomatoes, onion, tomato sauce, green bell pepper, garlic, curry powder, cumin, five-spice powder, salt, and pepper together in a slow cooker or tagine.
  • Cover and cook on High until butternut squash is tender and sausage is cooked through, about 2 hours and 30 minutes. Stir ingredients halfway through the cooking process if possible.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 344.9 calories, Carbohydrate 45.6 g, Cholesterol 32.5 mg, Fat 13.3 g, Fiber 8.4 g, Protein 14.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 888.9 mg, Sugar 6.5 g

PORK AND SQUASH STEW



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Hearty, savory winter stew.

Provided by Jeff

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Pork

Time 1h25m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 pounds pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 large onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, sliced
4 cups chicken broth, divided
4 cups beef broth, divided
¼ teaspoon dried rosemary
¼ teaspoon dried sage
2 bay leaves
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
1 large butternut squash, peeled and cubed
3 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
3 carrots, peeled and sliced
3 stalks celery, chopped
2 green apples - peeled, cored, and diced
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat vegetable oil in a large stock pot over medium heat. Brown the pork cubes in the hot oil, about 10 minutes. Cook and stir onion and garlic with pork until onion is pork is no longer pink in middle, about 5 minutes.
  • Bring 2 cups chicken broth and 2 cups beef broth to a boil in a separate saucepan. Stir rosemary, sage, bay leaves, and thyme into broth mixture; continue cooking at a boil until broth is reduced by half, about 10 minutes. Pour reduced broth into pork mixture along with remaining 2 cups chicken and beef broth. Bring to a boil.
  • Stir butternut squash, potatoes, carrots, and celery into soup. Reduce heat to low and simmer until squash is tender, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Stir apples into soup and simmer until tender, about 10 minutes; season with salt and black pepper. Remove pot from heat and let soup cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303.7 calories, Carbohydrate 43 g, Cholesterol 37.6 mg, Fat 8.8 g, Fiber 6.7 g, Protein 15.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 764.7 mg, Sugar 8.8 g

PORK AND WINTER SQUASH STEW



Pork and Winter Squash Stew image

Meet the Cook: Here in the high desert area of California, we do get snow. So this stew's especially popular in winter! My husband and I have one daughter, 12. -Evelyn Plyler, Apple Valley, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h55m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 pounds lean boneless pork, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tablespoons canola oil, divided
2 cups chopped onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
2-1/2 cups diagonally sliced carrots
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) Italian stewed tomatoes
2 teaspoons dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 teaspoon salt, optional
4 cups cubed peeled butternut squash
Hot cooked noodles, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven or saucepan, brown pork in 1 tablespoon of oil. Remove from pan; drain. Heat remaining oil in the same pan over medium heat. Saute onion and garlic for 3 minutes. , Return pork to pan. Add the mushrooms, carrots, tomatoes and seasonings; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour. , Add squash; simmer, uncovered for 30 minutes or until meat and vegetables are tender. Serve with noodles if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298 calories, Fat 14g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 393mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

HARVEST PORK STEW



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I first tried this recipe a year ago and it is unbelievably good! I never realized that adding two apples would give this savory stew such a hint of sweetness.

Provided by CariCat

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Pork

Time 1h40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons butter or oil
1 ½ pounds boneless pork, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cups chicken broth
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
¼ teaspoon rubbed sage
1 bay leaf
3 cups frozen, cubed butternut squash
2 MacIntosh apples, cored and cubed
2 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 cups carrots, peeled and diced

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork and cook until lightly browned on all sides. Stir in the garlic and onion, and continue to cook until the onion has softened, and the pork is firm, and no longer pink, about 5 minutes.
  • Place the pork and onions into a large saucepan. Pour in the chicken broth, and season with salt, rosemary, sage, and the bay leaf. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Stir in the butternut squash, apples, potatoes, and carrots. Return to a simmer, then cook, uncovered until the squash and apples are tender, about 20 minutes. Remove the bay leaf and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 465.2 calories, Carbohydrate 42.6 g, Cholesterol 80.1 mg, Fat 21.3 g, Fiber 6.8 g, Protein 27.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 364.6 mg, Sugar 10.5 g

Tips:

  • To save time, you can buy pre-cut butternut squash or use frozen squash cubes.
  • If you don't have a Dutch oven, you can use a large pot or skillet.
  • Be sure to brown the pork chops well before adding them to the stew. This will help to develop flavor.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables to the stew, such as carrots, celery, or potatoes.
  • If you like a thicker stew, add a cornstarch slurry at the end of cooking. To make a slurry, mix together equal parts cornstarch and water until smooth. Then, stir the slurry into the stew and bring to a simmer.
  • Serve the stew over rice, noodles, or mashed potatoes.

Conclusion:

This pork and butternut squash stew is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold night. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a comforting and delicious meal, give this stew a try!

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