Description
This Pumpkin Sage Chicken Bake is a delightful blend of savory and seasonal flavors, perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless
- skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups pumpkin puree (canned or homemade)
- 1 tablespoon fresh sage chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup chicken broth low sodium preferred
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine pumpkin puree, chopped sage, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper, mixing until well blended.
- In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then place them in the skillet. Sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden.
- Pour the pumpkin mixture over the seared chicken breasts, then add chicken broth around the edges.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Remove from the oven and let it sit for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For an extra flavor boost, consider marinating the chicken in the sage and pumpkin mixture for an hour before cooking. This dish pairs wonderfully with a side of roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 395 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 540 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 45 g
- Cholesterol: 135 mg
Keywords: Pumpkin Sage Chicken Bake,Pumpkin Chicken Recipes,American Chicken Dishes,Cozy Dinner Recipes