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Top view of Roasted Chicken with Autumn Vegetables featuring chicken thighs, caramelized butternut squash, crispy Brussels sprouts, and cheese tortellini in garlic butter, garnished with fresh thyme.

Roasted Chicken with Autumn Vegetables

Olivia
Roasted chicken with autumn vegetables packed with flavor and color. Perfect for weeknights or fall gatherings. Discover the recipe here.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course main dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 767 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Roasted Butternut Squash

  • 3 cups butternut squash peeled, seeded and cubed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

For the Roasted Brussels Sprouts

  • 12 ounces Brussels sprouts trimmed and halved
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper

For the Chicken and Pasta

  • 1 pound skinless boneless chicken thighs, thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 9 ounces cheese tortellini
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 5 garlic cloves minced
  • Fresh thyme a few sprigs

Instructions
 

Roast the Butternut Squash

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss cubed squash with olive oil, salt and pepper. Spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer. Roast for 30 minutes until tender and lightly browned.

Roast the Brussels Sprouts

  • Toss halved Brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt and pepper. Spread on a separate baking sheet and roast at 400°F for 20 to 30 minutes until edges are crisp.

Cook the Tortellini

  • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook tortellini according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.

Sear the Chicken

  • Heat a cast iron skillet over medium heat for 3 minutes. Add olive oil, then the sliced chicken. Cook without stirring for 4 minutes to allow searing. Flip and cook an additional 5 minutes or until cooked through. Remove from skillet.

Make the Garlic Butter Sauce

  • In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic over low-medium heat for about 1 minute. Add cooked tortellini and toss to coat.

Combine Everything

  • Return the seared chicken to the skillet. Add the roasted butternut squash and Brussels sprouts. Toss everything gently and finish with fresh thyme, salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrient
Amount
Calories
768 kcal
Total Fat
51 g
Saturated Fat
15 g
Trans Fat
1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat
6 g
Monounsaturated Fat
23 g
Cholesterol
158 mg
Sodium
611 mg
Potassium
962 mg
Total Carbohydrates
49 g
Dietary Fiber
8 g
Sugars
6 g
Protein
32 g
Vitamin A
12400 IU
Vitamin C
96 mg
Calcium
196 mg
Iron
5 mg