Healthy Chicken and Roasted Acorn Squash Recipe

Name: Healthy Chicken and Roasted Acorn Squash
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 medium acorn squash (about 2 pounds), seeded and cut into 1-inch pieces; 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; Kosher or sea salt; Fresh cracked black pepper; 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts; 4-5 sprigs Italian parsley, thyme or oregano, tied together; 1 bay leaf; 1 clove of garlic; 1 whole garlic clove; 1 teaspoon black peppercorns; 1/4 cup chopped Italian parsley, for serving

Servings: persons

1 medium acorn squash (about 2 pounds), seeded and cut into 1-inch pieces
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Kosher or sea salt
Fresh cracked black pepper
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
4-5 sprigs Italian parsley, thyme or oregano, tied together
1 bay leaf
1 clove of garlic
1 whole garlic clove
1 teaspoon black peppercorns
1/4 cup chopped Italian parsley, for serving

1
Prepare the Squash Preheat oven to 400.
2
Line a baking pan with parchment paper.
3
Prepare the Squash Combine the olive oil, brown sugar and Worcestershire sauce.
4
Coat the acorn squash pieces with the mixture and season with salt and pepper.
5
Prepare the Squash Place the squash on the prepared pan and roast for 20 minutes.
6
Flip the squash pieces over and continue roasting for about 15 to 20 minutes or until tender.
7
Set aside.
8
Meanwhile, Poach the Chicken Rinse off the chicken breasts.
9
Fill a medium stockpot with water and add the herbs, bay leaf, garlic, salt and peppercorns.
10
Bring the water to a boil and add the chicken breasts.
11
Meanwhile, Poach the Chicken Return the water to a boil and then lower heat to medium.
12
Simmer for 5 minutes.
13
Remove the pot from the heat, cover with a lid and keep the chicken in the hot water for another 15 to 20 minutes or until cooked through.
14
Meanwhile, Poach the Chicken Remove the chicken from the water and shred into bite-sized pieces.
15
Toss the squash with the chicken, garnish with parsley and serve warm or at room temperature.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 medium acorn squash (about 2 pounds), seeded and cut into 1-inch pieces, 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, and more.

Yes, Healthy Chicken and Roasted Acorn Squash falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Healthy Chicken and Roasted Acorn Squash

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