Best 5 Maple Orange Chicken With Acorn Squash And Sweet Potatoes Recipes

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Are you looking for a delicious and healthy recipe that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you feeling satisfied? Look no further than maple orange chicken with acorn squash and sweet potatoes. This delectable dish combines the sweet and tangy flavors of maple and orange with the tender texture of chicken, roasted acorn squash, and sweet potatoes. Not only is this recipe incredibly flavorful, but it's also packed with nutrients, making it a guilt-free meal that you can enjoy without compromising on taste.

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MAPLE-ORANGE CHICKEN WITH ACORN SQUASH AND SWEET POTATOES



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From food tv show "Quick Fix Meals with Robin Miller". A slow cooker meal that has a lot of flavor and color. A complete meal in one pot.

Provided by KelBel

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 4h15m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 acorn squash, peeled, seeded, and cut into 2-inch pieces
2 sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
2 leeks, rinsed and chopped
5 (4 ounce) skinless chicken thighs (with or without bone)
salt & fresh ground pepper
1 cup orange marmalade
1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon maple syrup

Steps:

  • Place squash and sweet potatoes and leeks in the slow cooker. Season chicken all over with salt and black pepper and place on top of vegetables in slow cooker.
  • In a medium bowl, combine orange marmalade and remaining ingredients. Pour mixture over chicken and vegetables.
  • Cover and cook on LOW for 4 hours or on HIGH for 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 425.8, Fat 5, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 94.2, Sodium 231.2, Carbohydrate 73.9, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 47.3, Protein 25.3

QUICK AND EASY SWEET AND STICKY ORANGE CHICKEN GLAZE



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Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Categories     condiment

Time 5m

Yield 1 1/2 cups glaze

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup hoisin sauce
1 orange, zested
1/4 to 1/3 cup fresh orange juice
Hot chicken, for serving
1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds, for sprinkling

Steps:

  • To make the glaze: In a medium bowl, mix the hoisin, orange zest and enough orange juice so the hoisin is a little looser but still thick enough to stick to the chicken.
  • Toss with hot chicken and sprinkle with sesame seeds to coat.

MAPLE-ROASTED CHICKEN & ACORN SQUASH



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When I became a new mother, my mom helped me find comforting and simple recipes to have on hand. This terrific roast chicken is a happy discovery. -Sara Eilers, Surprise, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 medium acorn squash
4 medium carrots, chopped (about 2 cups)
1 medium onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
6 bone-in chicken thighs (about 2-1/4 pounds)
1/2 cup maple syrup
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°. Cut squash lengthwise in half; remove and discard seeds. Cut each half crosswise into 1/2-in. slices; discard ends. Place squash, carrots and onion in a greased 13x9-in. baking pan; top with chicken, skin side down. Roast 10 minutes., Turn chicken over; drizzle with maple syrup and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast 25-30 minutes longer or until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 170°-175° and vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 363 calories, Fat 14g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 81mg cholesterol, Sodium 497mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MAPLE GLAZED CHICKEN WITH SWEET POTATOES



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A sweet and slightly tangy option for chicken and potatoes. This is a favorite in our house.

Provided by Barbie

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Pan-Fried

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 ½ pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 pound chicken tenders
2 teaspoons steak seasoning (such as Montreal Steak Seasoning®)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
½ cup maple syrup
½ cup sliced green onions

Steps:

  • Place the sweet potatoes into a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and allow to steam dry for a minute or two. Mash the potatoes, and set aside.
  • Sprinkle chicken tenders with steak seasoning; heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat, and cook the chicken tenders until the meat is lightly browned and no longer pink inside, 5 to 8 minutes per side. Remove the chicken, and set aside. Stir the maple syrup into the skillet, scraping up and dissolving any browned flavor bits from the skillet. Bring to a boil, simmer for 2 minutes, and stir in the green onions.
  • To serve, place the mashed sweet potatoes onto a serving platter, top with the chicken tenders, and pour the maple sauce over the chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 441.1 calories, Carbohydrate 62.1 g, Cholesterol 64.6 mg, Fat 9.8 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 26.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 614.2 mg, Sugar 30.8 g

ORANGE CHICKEN WITH SWEET POTATOES



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Orange peel and pineapple juice lend fruity flavor to this super chicken and sweet potato combo. Served over rice, this appealing entree is bound to win you compliments. -Vicki Smith, Okeechobee, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced
2/3 cup plus 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon pepper
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)
2 tablespoons butter
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
3/4 cup unsweetened pineapple juice
2 teaspoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • Layer sweet potatoes in a 3-qt. slow cooker. In a large bowl, combine 2/3 cup flour and seasonings; add chicken, 1 piece at a time, and shake to coat. , In a large skillet over medium heat, cook chicken in butter until lightly browned, 3 minutes on each side. Arrange chicken over sweet potatoes. , Place remaining flour in a small bowl. Stir in the soup, pineapple juice, brown sugar and orange zest until blended. Add mushrooms; pour over chicken. Cover and cook on low until chicken and potatoes are tender, 3-4 hours. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 575 calories, Fat 15g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 100mg cholesterol, Sodium 1276mg sodium, Carbohydrate 73g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 37g protein.

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cut acorn squash and sweet potatoes from the grocery store.
  • If you don't have a grill pan, you can use a regular skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Be careful not to overcrowd the pan when cooking the chicken. This will prevent it from cooking evenly.
  • Don't be afraid to adjust the amount of maple syrup and orange juice in the sauce to suit your taste.
  • Serve the chicken with rice, noodles, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

This maple orange chicken with acorn squash and sweet potatoes is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The chicken is juicy and flavorful, and the vegetables are roasted to perfection. The maple orange sauce is the perfect finishing touch, adding a touch of sweetness and acidity. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.

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