Roast Chicken, Butternut Squash And Swiss Chard

Name: Roast Chicken, Butternut Squash And Swiss Chard
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 chicken legs with thigh, attached; salt; pepper; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/2 teaspoon canola oil; 3 lbs butternut squash, peeled and diced; sugar; 1/4 cup heavy cream; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; 2 teaspoons cinnamon; 1 1/2 lbs swiss chard, blanched and drained well; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/2 cup yellow onion, diced; 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic, minced; 1/2 cup chicken stock

Servings: persons

4 chicken legs with thigh, attached
salt
pepper
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon canola oil
3 lbs butternut squash, peeled and diced
sugar
1/4 cup heavy cream
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 1/2 lbs swiss chard, blanched and drained well
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup yellow onion, diced
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic, minced
1/2 cup chicken stock

1
Preheat oven to 400u00b0.
2
Season chicken with 1 teaspoon each salt, pepper and paprika.
3
heat canola oil in a saute pan.
4
Sear chicken on each side for 5 minutes.
5
Transfer skin side up to a rack set in a sheet pan.
6
Roast until cooked through, 30 to 35 minutes.
7
Add 2 tablespoons each salt and sugar plus squash to a large pot of boiling water. Cook for 10 minutes and drain.
8
Place in a food processor. Add heavy cream, butter, cinnamon, 1 teaspoon salt and 1 1/2 teaspoon sugar. Process until smooth.
9
Keep warm.
10
Heat olive oil in a large pan. saute onion until translucent, about 3 minutes.
11
Add garlic and cook 1 minute.
12
Add swiss chard. Add salt and pepper to taste. Add chicken stock.
13
Boil, then cook until broth reduces by half.
14
Spoon squash and swiss chard on plate. Top with chicken.
15
Serve -- Yum!

2902

kcal

Calories

306

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 chicken legs with thigh, attached, salt, pepper, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, and more.

Yes, Roast Chicken, Butternut Squash And Swiss Chard 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!