BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND CHICKEN PASTA

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I love this pasta dish in the fall. The butternut squash just makes it feel right for that time of year.

Provided by Lynette !

Categories     Pasta

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 14

9 oz cavatappi pasta, uncooked
cooking spray
12 oz chicken breasts, boneless and skinless, cut into bite-size pieces
3/4 tsp kosher salt, divided
3/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground, divided
1 c unsalted chicken stock
1/3 c mascarpone cheese
2 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
4 c butternut squash, peeled and cubed into 1 inch pieces
1 1/2 c shallots, sliced 1 inch thick
3 clove garlic, thinly sliced
7 oz shiitake mushroom caps, sliced
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 1/2 Tbsp fresh chives, chopped

Steps:

  • 1. Cook the pasta according to the package directions, omitting salt and fat; drain.
  • 2. Heat a Dutch oven over medium-high heat;coat with cooking spray. Sprinkle chicken with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Add the chicken to the pan; saute 4 minutes, turning to brown on all sides. Add the stock and bring to a boil. Cook for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, mascarpone, and 2 tablespoons parsley.
  • 3. While the pasta is cooking begin preheating the oven to 450 degrees. While preheating, combine the butternut squash, shallots, garlic, and shiitake mushrooms. Drizzle the mixture with 1 tablespoon olive oil; toss.
  • 4. Transfer the squash mixture to a small roasting pan; sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/4 teaspoons black pepper. Bake at 450 degrees for 20 minutes or until the vegetables are just tender.
  • 5. Add the vegetable mixture to the pasta mixture. Cook 1 minute or until thoroughly heated. Sprinkle with chives and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon of salt and pepper.

Yousif Hormez
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat vegetables. My kids love the butternut squash and they always ask for seconds.


Emma Casteels
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken and it's also a very affordable recipe.


D.M.Shahin Hawlader
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This is one of my favorite pasta dishes. It's so creamy and flavorful. I love the combination of the butternut squash and the chicken.


Elijah Obua
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I'm not a huge fan of butternut squash, but I really enjoyed this dish. The squash was roasted perfectly and it had a nice caramelized flavor.


Khalid ood466
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This recipe is a little time-consuming, but it's worth it. The butternut squash takes a while to roast, but it's so worth it in the end.


eric kwame
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I love the combination of butternut squash and chicken in this pasta dish. It's so creamy and flavorful.


Martika Harrison
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This dish is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for potlucks, parties, and even just for a weeknight dinner. It's always a hit!


Jamal beelzai
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but I really enjoyed this dish. The chicken was very tender and flavorful. I would definitely make this dish again.


Ash Ash
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat vegetables. My kids love the butternut squash and they always ask for seconds.


Fhatima Hakim
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken and it's also a very affordable recipe.


Hmami Soffia
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This recipe is a little time-consuming, but it's worth it. The butternut squash takes a while to roast, but it's so worth it in the end. The dish is so flavorful and satisfying.


Kayla Di Diva
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This is one of my favorite pasta dishes. It's so creamy and flavorful. I love the combination of the butternut squash and the chicken. It's a great dish for a special occasion or just a weeknight dinner.


axel franco
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I'm not a huge fan of butternut squash, but I really enjoyed this dish. The squash was roasted perfectly and it had a nice caramelized flavor. The chicken was also very tender and juicy.


IRFAN Hair Salon
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This dish is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for potlucks, parties, and even just for a weeknight dinner. It's always a hit!


Danielle Urias
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I love the combination of butternut squash and chicken in this pasta dish. The squash is sweet and creamy, while the chicken is savory and juicy. The sauce is also very flavorful, with just the right amount of garlic and herbs.


asad afridi
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I had some roasted chicken from the night before and it worked perfectly in this dish. The butternut squash and chicken were both cooked perfectly and the sauce was very tasty.


TSHIAMO NOBELA
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I made this dish for dinner last night and it was a hit with the whole family! The butternut squash was perfectly roasted and the chicken was tender and flavorful. The sauce was creamy and cheesy, and the pasta was cooked al dente. I will definitely


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