Description
Get ready to embrace the Halloween spirit with this Scary Good Halloween Dinner! This delightful meal combines roasted pumpkin, aromatic spices, and tender chicken thighs, creating a festive feast that brings family and friends together. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, each dish is sure to enchant your taste buds while adding a touch of spookiness to your celebration. Perfect for busy schedules, this dinner will transform your Halloween night into an unforgettable culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (fresh or canned)
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg (freshly grated if possible)
- 4 boneless chicken thighs (about 1 lb)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme or rosemary
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and gather all ingredients.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then brown in the skillet for about 5 minutes on each side.
- Stir in pumpkin puree, vegetable broth, cinnamon, nutmeg, and herbs until well combined.
- Transfer mixture into an oven-safe dish, cover with foil, and bake for 25-30 minutes, ensuring chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Let rest before serving with festive sides.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 100mg