Best 6 Sesame Chicken In Acorn Squash Recipes

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Are you looking for a fun and healthy way to enjoy chicken and vegetables? Look no further than this delicious Sesame Chicken in Acorn Squash recipe! This dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family, and it's easy to make.

This recipe uses acorn squash as a natural bowl for the sesame chicken. The squash is roasted until tender, then filled with a mixture of chicken, vegetables, and a flavorful sesame sauce. The result is a delicious and satisfying meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

In addition to the main recipe, this article also includes a recipe for a delicious maple-roasted acorn squash. Maple Roasted Acorn Squash is healthy, filling, and delicious. For a vegan version of the main recipe, there is also a recipe for tofu stir fry with an easy peanut sauce. Last but not least, there is a recipe for chicken stir fry with an easy peanut sauce, which can be served on its own or used as a filling for the acorn squash. With so many delicious recipes to choose from, everyone is sure to find something they'll enjoy.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ARIZONA CHICKEN IN ACORN SQUASH



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Give stuffed acorn squash a taste of the Southwest with this comforting recipe. We love the crunch of the toasted almonds, heat of green chiles, and creamy texture of avocado. -Martha Sparlin, Albuquerque, New Mexico

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 medium acorn squash
6 teaspoons butter
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1-1/4 cups (5 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup sour cream
1/3 cup chopped green onions
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cut into 12 slices
6 tablespoons slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cut each squash lengthwise in half; discard seeds. Cut a thin slice from bottom of each squash half to allow them to lie flat. Place on a 15x10-in. baking sheet, cut side up; fill each with 1 teaspoon butter. Bake until fork-tender, 35-40 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine chicken, cheese, chilies, celery, sour cream, green onions, olives, paprika and pepper; spoon into squash. , Bake until filling is heated through and squash is tender, 20-25 minutes. Top with avocado and nuts.

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BAKED CHICKEN AND ACORN SQUASH



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This eye-pleasing main dish is ideal for harvesttime with its colorful acorn squash and sweet peaches. The fragrance of rosemary-seasoned chicken baking is heavenly. My family says it's every bit as delicious as it smells.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 small acorn squash (1-1/4 pounds each)
2 to 4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons canola oil, divided
4 bone-in chicken thighs (about 1-1/2 pounds)
4 chicken drumsticks
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1 teaspoon salt
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) sliced peaches, undrained

Steps:

  • Cut squash in half lengthwise; discard seeds. Cut each half widthwise into 1/2-in. slices; discard ends. Place slices in an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with garlic and drizzle with 1 tablespoon oil. , In a large skillet, brown chicken in remaining oil. Arrange chicken over squash. Combine the brown sugar, rosemary and salt; sprinkle over chicken. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45 minutes, basting with pan juices twice. , Pour peaches over chicken and squash. Bake, uncovered, 15 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 180°.

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ROAST CHICKEN WITH ACORN SQUASH AND RADICCHIO SALAD



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This Roast Chicken with Acorn Squash and Radicchio Salad is the ultimate autumn meal. Enjoy it with a glass of wine for a lovely lunch or dinner.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Chicken Recipes

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large acorn squash, halved, seeded, and cut into 1/2-inch slices
6 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 whole chicken (3 1/2 to 4 pound)
Salt and pepper
1 head radicchio, cored and torn into bite-size pieces
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons grainy mustard
1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees with rack in upper third. On a rimmed baking sheet, toss squash with 1 tablespoon oil. Rub 1 tablespoon olive oil on chicken. Tie legs together and tuck wing tips beneath body and add to sheet. Season squash and chicken with salt and pepper. Roast until chicken is cooked through, 40 to 50 minutes. Transfer chicken to a cutting board and let rest 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, whisk together red wine vinegar, mustard, and remaining 4 tablespoons olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Arrange radicchio and squash on a platter, drizzle with dressing, and sprinkle with parsley. Serve salad with chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 564 g, Fat 41 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 42 g, SaturatedFat 8 g

BRAISED CHICKEN THIGHS WITH SQUASH AND MUSTARD GREENS



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Don't have an acorn squash for this chicken thighs recipe? Use butternut. Not into mustard greens? Use kale, Swiss chard, or spinach.

Provided by Claire Saffitz

Categories     Bon Appétit     Chicken     Braise     Leafy Green     Mustard Greens     Squash     Ginger     Hot Pepper     White Wine     Sesame     Sesame Oil     Dinner     Winter

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 pounds skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs (about 12), patted dry
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
8 scallions, white and pale green parts sliced into 1-inch pieces, dark green parts thinly sliced
4 dried chiles de árbol
1 (2-inch) piece ginger, peeled, thinly sliced
1 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
3 tablespoons dark brown sugar
2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth, divided
1 acorn squash, halved lengthwise, seeds removed, sliced 1/2-inch thick
1 bunch mustard greens, tough stems removed, leaves torn
2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar
2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds
Cooked white rice (for serving)

Steps:

  • Lightly season chicken thighs all over with salt and pepper. Heat vegetable oil in a large Dutch oven or other heavy pot over medium-high. Working in 2 batches and pouring off all but 2 Tbsp. fat between batches, cook chicken, skin side down, until skin is browned and crisp, 8-10 minutes. Transfer to a plate, placing skin side up (chicken will not be cooked through at this point).
  • Cook white and pale green parts of scallions, chiles, and ginger in same pot, stirring often, until scallions and ginger are golden, about 3 minutes. Add wine, bring to a simmer, and cook until reduced to about 3 Tbsp., 5 minutes. Add soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and 1 cup broth and bring to a simmer, stirring to dissolve sugar. Return chicken to pot, placing skin side up and overlapping if needed. Partially cover pot, reduce heat, and simmer until chicken is cooked through, 25-30 minutes. Transfer chicken to a plate.
  • Add squash and remaining 1 cup broth to pot and push in squash so it's mostly submerged. Arrange greens on top. Bring to a simmer, partially cover pot, and cook until squash is barely fork-tender and greens are wilted, 10-12 minutes. Uncover, increase heat to medium, and continue to cook until liquid is reduced by about two-thirds and has the consistency of thin gravy, 10-15 minutes.
  • Remove pot from heat and drizzle vinegar over vegetables. Taste sauce; it should be plenty salty, but season with more salt if needed. Add chicken back to pot, turning to coat in sauce, then scatter dark green parts of scallions and sesame seeds over top. Serve with rice.
  • Chicken can be braised 2 days ahead. Let cool; cover and chill. Reheat covered over low.

ROASTED SQUASH WITH SESAME SEEDS AND CUMIN



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Put a savory spin on sweet acorn squash with cumin, coriander, and sesame seeds.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 tablespoons sesame seeds
1 1/2 teaspoons cumin seeds
2 small acorn squashes (about 1 pound each), halved, seeded, and cut into 1-inch wedges
1 teaspoon ground coriander
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Toast sesame seeds in a small skillet over medium-high, shaking pan frequently, until golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes. Add cumin seeds and toast until fragrant, about 30 seconds more. Transfer seeds to a small bowl; let cool.
  • Toss squashes with coriander, 2 teaspoons salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and oil on a rimmed baking sheet. Spread in a single layer; roast 15 minutes. Add sesame mixture and toss to coat, then flip slices. Roast until squashes are tender and golden brown, about 15 minutes more; serve.

SHEET-PAN CHICKEN WITH SQUASH, FENNEL AND SESAME



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This recipe, created with the convenience of sheet pans in mind, has an effortless charm. Crisp-skinned chicken thighs and caramelized butternut squash get smokiness from chipotle and nuttiness from sesame seeds. The sweet flavors of the fennel and squash play off each other, while a generous sprinkling of lime juice adds a hit of acid for contrast. Feel free to swap butternut squash with your favorite fall squash. You can peel it before you cook, but you can also leave the skin on. Once roasted until tender, it'll release the squash easily when you eat it.

Provided by Nik Sharma

Categories     weekday, poultry, main course

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 large butternut squash, scrubbed (about 3 pounds)
2 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 6 to 8 thighs)
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons lime juice plus 1 lime, cut into wedges
2 tablespoons ground coriander
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
1 tablespoon ground fennel
1 teaspoon chipotle powder
Fine sea salt
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro or flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425 degrees. Trim and discard the ends of the squash, and halve the squash lengthwise. Scrape out and discard the seeds and pulp, then slice 3/4-inch thick. Place slices in a large mixing bowl.
  • Pat the chicken thighs dry with clean paper towels and add them to the squash.
  • In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, lime juice, coriander, sesame, fennel and chipotle. Drizzle the mixture over the chicken and squash. Season with salt and toss to coat evenly.
  • Spread the squash in a single layer on a large rimmed sheet pan. Place the chicken thighs skin-side up on top of the squash and roast until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165 degrees and the skin of the chicken and the squash turns golden brown, at least 30 minutes. Let rest for 5 minutes.
  • Transfer the chicken and squash to a serving dish. Sprinkle the cilantro on top and serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

Tips:

  • Choose the right acorn squash: Look for medium-sized acorn squash that are symmetrical in shape and have a deep green color. Avoid squash with blemishes or soft spots.
  • Prepare the squash properly: Cut the squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds and pulp. Drizzle the inside with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast the squash face down in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 30-40 minutes, or until tender.
  • Use a flavorful marinade: The marinade for the chicken is key to the flavor of the dish. Be sure to use a combination of soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and ginger. You can also add other ingredients like garlic, honey, or Sriracha sauce to taste.
  • Cook the chicken properly: Once the chicken is marinated, cook it over medium-high heat until it is cooked through. Be careful not to overcook the chicken, as it will become dry and tough.
  • Assemble the dish carefully: Once the chicken and squash are cooked, assemble the dish by placing the chicken inside the squash halves. Top with the sesame sauce and sprinkle with green onions.

Conclusion:

Sesame chicken in acorn squash is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The combination of sweet and savory flavors is sure to please everyone at the table. With a little planning and preparation, you can easily make this dish at home. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy chicken, give this recipe a try!

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