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Chicken Dinner with Roasted Vegetables

Hearty Chicken Dinner with Roasted Vegetables for Fall Feasts

This Chicken Dinner with Roasted Vegetables combines smoky paprika chicken, sweet butternut squash, and creamy cheese tortellini for a heartwarming autumn feast.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: American
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

For the Roasted Vegetables
  • 3 cups Butternut Squash peeled, seeded, and cubed
  • 12 oz Brussels Sprouts halved
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil for squash
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for Brussels sprouts
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for chicken
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
For the Pasta and Protein
  • 9 oz Cheese Tortellini
  • 1 lb Chicken Thighs skinless and boneless, cut into strips
  • 5 cloves Garlic minced
For Seasoning and Sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 3 tablespoons Butter
  • Fresh Thyme a few sprigs

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • cast iron skillet
  • pot

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Toss the cubed butternut squash with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread it evenly on a baking sheet and let it roast for about 30 minutes until it's tender and slightly golden.
  3. Halve the Brussels sprouts and combine them with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Place them on another baking sheet and roast them alongside the squash for 20-30 minutes, until they’re crispy and nicely browned.
  4. Prepare the cheese tortellini according to package directions. Once cooked, drain the tortellini and set aside.
  5. Sear the chicken thighs in a hot cast-iron skillet with 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Sprinkle with smoked paprika, cooking each side for about 4 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked.
  6. Remove the chicken from the skillet but keep it warm. In the same skillet, sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, then add 3 tablespoons of butter. Toss in the cooked tortellini until they are evenly coated in that delightful garlic butter.
  7. Combine all the elements in the skillet: the chicken, tortellini, roasted butternut squash, and Brussels sprouts. Gently mix everything together, then top with a few sprigs of fresh thyme.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 75gProtein: 40gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Optional: Garnish with a sprinkle of parmesan cheese for added flavor.

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