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A beautifully arranged autumn-themed dinner table with seasonal dishes and warm lighting.

Fall Family Dinner Ideas

A cozy and delicious fall-inspired dinner featuring roasted butternut squash, Brussels sprouts, and flavorful chicken thighs.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Vegetables
  • 2 lbs butternut squash, peeled and cubed
  • 1 lb Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
Chicken
  • 1 lb chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
Seasonings and liquids
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Toss vegetables with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and thyme.
  3. Season chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and garlic powder; place in baking dish.
  4. Arrange vegetables around chicken, pour broth and maple syrup over everything.
  5. Bake for 35-45 minutes until cooked through and tender.
  6. Rest a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Notes

Use fresh herbs for extra flavor if available.