ROAST CHICKEN, BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND SWISS CHARD

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This was a winning recipe from Hell's Kitchen 2011 and was published in People Magazine 8/8/2011. It has become one of our very favorite all-in-one dinners!! Absolutely delicious!!

Provided by Pianolady

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

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

Steps:

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

Olamide Blessing
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How long can I store the leftovers?


Pashel Binti
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Can I make this recipe in a slow cooker?


M Ramzan Arain
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I'm allergic to chicken. Is there another protein I can use in this recipe?


Phil Bridge
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This recipe is too expensive. I can't afford to buy all of the ingredients.


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I don't like the flavor of Swiss chard. I wish there was a substitute.


Nick Keef
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This recipe is too complicated for me. I prefer simpler dishes.


Rachel Khutxixo
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my dish didn't turn out as good as the picture. The chicken was dry and the squash was mushy.


Bambahadur Nepali
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I made this recipe exactly as written and it turned out perfectly. I highly recommend it.


Iam Khan
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The finished dish is amazing.


Muhammad Nawaz Muhammad Nawaz
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but I loved this recipe. The chicken was so moist and flavorful.


Dillon Deers
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This dish is healthy and delicious. It's a great way to get your veggies in.


Mzwandile Benjamin
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can use any type of squash or greens that you like.


Ahsaan Jutt
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I had some roasted chicken from the night before and it worked perfectly in this dish.


Dizzy Lizzy
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I've never cooked Swiss chard before, but I'm so glad I tried it in this recipe. It's a delicious and healthy green.


Rick mason
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and everyone raved about it. It's definitely a dish that will impress your guests.


Amanullah Hashmi
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This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and doesn't require a lot of ingredients.


Lucky Pounds
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I'm not a big fan of butternut squash, but I loved it in this recipe. It was so sweet and flavorful.


Shagayeg Azizi
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This recipe is a winner! The chicken was moist and flavorful, the butternut squash was perfectly tender, and the Swiss chard added a nice pop of color and flavor. I will definitely be making this dish again.