35+ Best Butternut Squash Recipes Everyone in Your Family Will Enjoy
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Butternut squash season is here and the possibilities are endless! Enjoy these easy recipes any night of the week. They also make excellent fall entrées and side dishes for your big Thanksgiving meal. Whether you're searching for something healthy, like a soup or salad, or something a little more on the indulgent side, like risotto or pasta, this list has it all.
Roasted Butternut Squash With Cider Vinaigrette
Out of all the ways to enjoy apple cider this season, the vinaigrette drizzled over this butternut squash is one of our favorites. It's a healthy and delicious side dish for any meal.
Get the recipe for Roasted Butternut Squash With Cider Vinaigrette.
Roasted Butternut Squash Pie
Oh, you thought pumpkin was the only good squash for making pie? Think about how much sweeter butternut squash is as a side dish. Now imagine how much more flavorful it'd be in your fall pie.
Easy One-Pot Butternut Squash Soup
Butternut squash soup may be our favorite fall season weeknight recipe. When chilly weather starts to sweep its way across the country, there's nothing we want more than something warm and comforting, with lots of flavor, that doesn't take a ton of time to put together.
Roasted Vegetable Mélange
Here's a simple butternut squash side dish that's ideal for a big Sunday supper or any fall dinner party. It practically cooks on its own—letting you focus on the main—and it's easy to scale up or down, depending on who's coming to dinner.
Butternut Squash-Apricot Chicken Noodle Curry
Dried apricots brighten up this creamy Indian-inspired butternut squash recipe.
Get the recipe for Butternut Squash-Apricot Chicken Noodle Curry.
Roasted Squash with Goat Cheese and Poached Cranberries
These simple roasted rounds only need a quick topping to become feast-worthy.
Get the recipe for Roasted Squash with Goat Cheese and Poached Cranberries.
Butternut Squash Ravioli with Seared Chicken
Make store-bought butternut squash ravioli your own with sliced chicken breast, asparagus, and pecorino cheese. It's a quick and easy option for those busy weeknights.
Get the recipe for Butternut Squash Ravioli with Seared Chicken.
Butternut Squash and Chicken Chili
Green chiles and fire-roasted tomatoes give this chicken and butternut squash chili a fiery kick.
Barley Risotto with Butternut Squash
This twist on risotto uses pearled barley instead of Arborio rice for a healthier dish. Butternut squash and Parmigiano-Reggiano add a rich flavor.
Baked Butternut-Squash Rigatoni
Sweet butternut squash adds color and seasonal flavor to this creamy, cheesy pasta dish.
Roasted Butternut Squash and Spinach
You're definitely going to want to add this simple butternut squash side dish to your weekly fall dinner rotation. Add a little crunch to this dish with sliced almonds.
Butternut Squash and Sun-Dried Tomato White Lasagna
The next time you're craving ultra-cozy comfort food, give this butternut squash casserole a try. It's intensely creamy thanks to four different types of cheese. You won't even miss the meat.
Get the recipe for Butternut Squash and Sun-Dried Tomato White Lasagna at Half Baked Harvest.
Fall Cobb Salad
A delicious combination of butternut squash, apples, roasted pepitas, and dried cranberries come together for an autumn twist on the classic cobb salad.
Get the recipe for Fall Cobb Salad at Recipe Runner.
Butternut Squash Stuffed Shells
These shells are stuffed with butternut squash and spinach ricotta for a delicious and comforting autumn meal. They're a great choice for your Thanksgiving table or any fall gathering.
Get the recipe for Butternut Squash Stuffed Shells at Love and Lemons.
Butternut Squash Pasta With Chicken
This blogger calls her pasta sauce "luxuriously creamy." Combined with bacon and fresh herbs, it's heaven.
Get the recipe for Butternut Squash Pasta With Chicken at Dinner at the Zoo.
Butternut Squash, Andouille, and Herb Stuffing
Looking for a new recipe to add to your Thanksgiving spread this year? Try this spin on stuffing that includes butternut squash, sausage, and a mix of herbs.
Get the recipe for Butternut Squash, Andouille, and Herb Stuffing at Spoon Fork Bacon.
Hot Honey Hasselback Butternut Squash with Feta and Pepitas
Talk about the ultimate fall side dish! These hasselback butternut squash are drizzled with a spicy honey sauce and plenty of feta and pumpkin seeds.
Get the recipe for Hot Honey Hasselback Butternut Squash with Feta and Pepitas at How Sweet Eats.
Rosemary Roasted Butternut Squash Pizza
One of the best ways to enjoy butternut squash season? By roasting it and piling it on a sheet of dough topped with herbs, bacon, and melty cheese. This herby, spicy pizza is the perfect mix of fall flavors!
Get the recipe for Rosemary Roasted Butternut Squash Pizza at Half Baked Harvest.
Brown Butter Butternut Squash Pasta
Top off each bowl of this decadent butternut squash pasta with freshly shaved Parmesan. It's a simple addition that takes the dish to the next level.
Get the recipe for Brown Butter Butternut Squash Pasta at Damn Delicious.
Warm Kale Salad With Roasted Butternut Squash
Loaded with chicken, Brussels sprouts, and pumpkin seeds, this butternut squash salad is hearty enough to be served as the main meal. Of course, it also works as an impressive side dish.
Get the recipe for Warm Kale Salad With Roasted Butternut Squash at Jo Cooks.
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