Chicken · 30 min
Garlic & Sage Chicken Thighs with Maple Roasted Acorn Squash
- 30 min
- 2–6 servings
- 603 kcal / serving
Tender chicken thighs rest beside maple-glazed squash with garlic and sage, making a straightforward weeknight dish. The mix of rich meat and sweet squash pairs well with a quick pan glaze.
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Ingredients
- 1acorn squash
- 1 lbchicken thighs, boneless skinless
- 2 clovesgarlic
- ½lemon
- lemons
From the pantry: black pepper, butter, unsalted, chili powder, extra virgin olive oil, pure maple syrup, sage, dried, salt
Cookware
baking sheet pan · chef's knife · cutting board · garlic press (optional) · measuring spoons · mixing bowls · oven mitts · small saucepan · spatula · whisk or fork
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Produce
- 1acorn squash
- 2 clovesgarlic
- ½lemon
- lemons
Meat & seafood
- 1 lbchicken thighs, boneless skinless
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Ingredients for 2, 4 and 6 servings
| Ingredient | 2 servings | 4 servings | 6 servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| acorn squash | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| chicken thighs, boneless skinless | 1 lb | 2 lb | 3 lb |
| garlic | 2 cloves | 4 cloves | 6 cloves |
| lemon | ½ | 1 | 1 ½ |
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Directions
- Preheat the oven to 500°F and set the rack in the middle position.
- In a bowl, combine minced garlic, olive oil, sage, salt, and pepper so the mixture is well coated.
- Wash the lemon and cut it into thin slices.
- Toss the chicken with the lemon slices in the bowl to coat, then set aside.
- In a small saucepan, warm butter with maple syrup, chili powder, salt, and pepper until blended and lightly simmering.
- Halve the acorn squash lengthwise, scoop out the seeds, and slice crosswise into ¼ inch pieces.
- Lightly oil a baking sheet and spread the squash slices in a single layer, then drizzle with the butter-maple mixture and toss to coat.
- Top the squash with the chicken and lemon slices, slide the tray into the oven, and roast until the squash is tender and the chicken is cooked through, about 12–15 minutes.
- Transfer to plates and serve the chicken with the maple-coated squash on the side.
Two tips
- Prep the squash the night before and store slices in the fridge to speed up dinner prep.
- If available, serve with extra lemon wedges for a bright finish and use the pan drippings to splash over the chicken before serving.
Nutrition per serving
- Calories
- 603 kcal
- Protein
- 47 g
- Carbs
- 40 g
- Fat
- 29 g
- Fiber
- 10 g
- Sodium
- 228 mg
Estimates from the recipe's published nutrition data; they change with the version you pick above.
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