Sesame chicken is a classic takeout dish that is loved by many. This recipe takes that classic dish and gives it a healthy twist by using acorn squash as the base. This recipe is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients. Acorn squash is a good source of fiber, vitamin C, and potassium. Sesame chicken is a good source of protein and healthy fats. This recipe is a great way to get a healthy and satisfying meal on the table in a short amount of time.
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SESAME CHICKEN IN ACORN SQUASH
This comes from Martha Stewart's Cookbook. It was the dinner I made eons ago for DH's boss and his wife for their first dinner at our house. Healthy, light, and very tasty!
Provided by Penny Stettinius
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 2h
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Mix all marinade ingredients in a bowl.
- Put the chicken in the marinade and let sit overnight in the refrigerator, or at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Put the squash halves, cut-side down, in a baking pan.
- Add ½ inch water and bake until squash are tender, 30-40 minutes.
- About 15 minutes before the squash is done, combine flour and sesame seeds.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and strain the marinade.
- Roll the chicken strips in the flour mixture.
- Melt the butter in a skillet and sauté the chicken for 4-5 minutes, until golden.
- Remove the chicken and set aside.
- Pour off excess butter and crumbs.
- Deglaze the skillet with ¼ Cup of the reserved marinade.
- Add the carrots, snow peas, and broccoli and cook just enough to heat the vegetables.
- Add the chicken strips and toss well.
- Serve the chicken and vegetables spilling over the squash halves.
CHICKEN STUFFED ACORN SQUASH
Make and share this Chicken Stuffed Acorn Squash recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Derf2440
Categories Chicken
Time 1h7m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400f degrees.
- Add water to a casserole that will hold the two haves of the squash; microwave on high for 5 minutes or until squash meat is fork soft; drain water out and set aside in casserole.
- Spray a non stick frypan with veggie spray; add ground chicken, onion and fennel bulb, scramble fry until the chicken is no longer pink, about 10 minutes.
- Add the dried cranberries, cumin, coriander, salt and pepper; scramble fry for 5 minutes.
- Add the yogurt and stir thourgh, cook for another 2 minutes.
- Fill the squash halves with the filling; bake at 400f degrees for 20 minutes.
- Sprinkle cheese over tops and return to oven for a further 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 418.4, Fat 19.1, SaturatedFat 8.7, Cholesterol 128.4, Sodium 597.4, Carbohydrate 32.6, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 6.2, Protein 32.7
SIMPLE SAUTEED SESAME CHICKEN
A healthier, simpler, and more savory take on sesame chicken. This recipe can be made with regular flour or with a gluten-free flour mix, along with basic ingredients you can already find in your kitchen. My husband absolutely loves it and it is the perfect alternative to a night in with take-out. Best served with steamed rice, broccoli, carrots, and water chestnuts. Serve with steamed rice and vegetables.
Provided by Alyson Petruncio
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian
Time 20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cut chicken breasts into 1 1/2-inch slices about 1/4-inch thick. Season with salt and pepper. Combine flour, red pepper flakes, garlic powder, and onion powder in a large bowl. Add chicken and toss well. Add soy sauce, sesame oil, and honey; stir to coat.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and juices run clear, 10 to 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.1 calories, Carbohydrate 5.7 g, Cholesterol 86.1 mg, Fat 10.5 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 32.3 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 728.9 mg, Sugar 2.4 g
PERFECT SESAME CHICKEN
If you want the perfect sesame chicken recipe this is it! You may want to increase the vinegar or lower the amount of sugar. It all depends on how sweet you want the sauce.
Provided by Doreen P
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian
Time 1h15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Sift flour, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, baking soda, and baking powder into a bowl. Pour in low-sodium soy sauce, sherry, 2 tablespoons water, vegetable oil, and a dash of sesame oil; stir until smooth. Stir in chicken until coated with the batter, then cover, and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, bring chicken broth, sugar, vinegar, dark soy sauce, sesame oil, chile paste, and garlic to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Dissolve 1/4 cup cornstarch into 1/2 cup of water, and stir into boiling sauce. Simmer until the sauce thickens and turns clear, about 2 minutes. Reduce heat to low, and keep sauce warm.
- Heat olive oil in a deep fryer or large saucepan to a temperature of 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Drop in the battered chicken pieces, a few at a time, and fry until they turn golden brown and float to the top of the oil, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain on a paper towel lined plate. To serve, place fried chicken pieces onto a serving platter, and pour the hot sauce overtop. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds to garnish.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 506.7 calories, Carbohydrate 49.8 g, Cholesterol 43.1 mg, Fat 28.5 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 14 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 713.9 mg, Sugar 33.7 g
ARIZONA CHICKEN IN ACORN SQUASH
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
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.
Nutrition Facts :
BAKED CHICKEN AND ACORN SQUASH
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
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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ROASTED SQUASH WITH SESAME SEEDS AND CUMIN
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
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
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
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 small to medium-sized squash that are firm and have a deep green color. Avoid squash with blemishes or soft spots.
- Prepare the acorn squash properly: Cut the squash in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and pulp. Drizzle the squash with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast the squash cut-side down in a preheated oven at 400°F for 20-25 minutes, or until tender.
- Make the sesame chicken filling: While the squash is roasting, prepare the sesame chicken filling. In a large bowl, combine cooked chicken, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, garlic, and ginger. Stir until the chicken is evenly coated.
- Stuff the acorn squash: Once the squash is roasted and the chicken filling is prepared, stuff the squash with the chicken mixture. Top with shredded cheese and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish the stuffed acorn squash with green onions, sesame seeds, and a drizzle of Sriracha sauce. Serve immediately.
Conclusion:
Stuffed acorn squash with sesame chicken is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. The acorn squash provides a sweet and nutty flavor, while the sesame chicken filling is savory and flavorful. The combination of flavors and textures is sure to please everyone at the table. This recipe is also relatively easy to make. With a little planning, you can have a delicious and impressive meal on the table in no time. So next time you're looking for a new recipe to try, give this stuffed acorn squash with sesame chicken a try. You won't be disappointed!
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