One-pot chicken & butternut squash stew
Warm up with this hearty One-Pot Chicken & Butternut Squash Stew. Made with succulent chicken breasts, aromatic spices like cumin, cinnamon, and ginger, and wholesome ingredients like butternut squash and couscous, this comforting dish delivers rich flavors in a single pot for easy cleanup. Perfect for a cozy, nutritious meal that the entire family will love!
- 05 Apr 2025
- Cook time 30 min
- Prep time 15 min
- 6 Servings
- 13 Ingredients
This one-pot chicken & butternut squash stew is a delicious and hearty meal perfect for any night of the week. Utilizing simple and flavorful ingredients, it provides a rich and comforting taste while being easy to prepare and clean up.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Finely chop the onion.
- Peel and cube the butternut squash if not pre-cut.
- Mince or grate the ginger if using fresh.
- Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken breasts and brown them on both sides, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
- In the same pot, add the remaining 1 tbsp of olive oil.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until translucent.
- Stir in the ground cumin, ginger, paprika, coriander leaves, cinnamon, and salt. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and canned tomatoes (including juices), stirring to combine.
- Add the cubed butternut squash to the pot.
- Return the browned chicken breasts to the pot, submerging them in the liquid.
- Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the butternut squash is tender.
- While the stew is simmering, prepare the couscous according to the package instructions. Typically, you'll bring water (or additional chicken broth) to a boil, add the couscous, cover, and let it sit off the heat for about 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
- Once the chicken and butternut squash are cooked, remove the chicken breasts from the pot and shred or cut them into bite-sized pieces, then return them to the stew.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve the stew over a bed of couscous, garnished with additional chopped coriander leaves if desired.
Tips:
- Cut the butternut squash into uniform pieces to ensure even cooking.
- Feel free to use boneless, skinless chicken thighs for a juicier result.
- Toast the cumin and paprika briefly in the olive oil before adding other ingredients to enhance their flavors.
- If you like a bit of spice, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- When cooking the couscous, cover the pot and let it steam for 5 minutes off the heat after adding it to the stew.
This one-pot chicken and butternut squash stew is not only nutritious but also incredibly flavorful. Perfect for busy weeknights, it offers a wonderful combination of tender chicken, sweet squash, and well-seasoned broth that will make this dish a new family favorite.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 380 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 190kcal | 10% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 22g | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 20g | 6% |
| Fiber 3.94g | 10% |
| Sugar 4.79g | 5% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 7g | 8% |
| Saturated 1.18g | 4% |
| Cholesterol 60mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 150ug | 17% |
| Choline 80mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B1 0.53mg | 44% |
| Vitamin B2 0.25mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B3 10mg | 60% |
| Vitamin B6 0.86mg | 50% |
| Vitamin B9 36ug | 9% |
| Vitamin B12 0.24ug | 10% |
| Vitamin C 16mg | 17% |
| Vitamin E 1.10mg | 7% |
| Vitamin K 4.85ug | 4% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 66mg | 5% |
| Copper, Cu 0.18mg | 20% |
| Iron, Fe 2.09mg | 19% |
| Magnesium, Mg 45mg | 11% |
| Phosphorus, P 230mg | 19% |
| Potassium, K 700mg | 21% |
| Selenium, Se 30ug | 56% |
| Sodium, Na 590mg | 39% |
| Zinc, Zn 1.04mg | 9% |
| Water | |
| Water 330g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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