Butternut Squash Chicken Street Tacos for 8

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 medium butternut squash (2 pounds)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
• 8 (6-inch) corn tortillas

Preparation Time:

• 30 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 30-35 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 3 (Medium)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).
2. Peel and cut the butternut squash into 1-inch cubes. Toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
3. Roast the squash on a baking sheet for 20-25 minutes, or until tender.
4. While the squash is roasting, season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
5. Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
6. In the same skillet, add the onion and garlic and cook until softened.
7. Add the black beans, tomatoes, chicken broth, lime juice, cumin, and chili powder. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
8. Stir in the roasted butternut squash and sliced chicken.
9. Heat the tortillas in a skillet or on a griddle until warm and pliable.
10. Fill the tortillas with the chicken and squash mixture and top with desired toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, cilantro, or salsa.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 350
• Fat: 10 grams
• Protein: 25 grams
• Carbohydrates: 35 grams
• Fiber: 5 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Creamy and flavorful butternut squash
• Tender and juicy chicken
• Savory and slightly spicy filling
• Warm and pliable corn tortillas

User Comments:

• "These tacos are delicious! The butternut squash adds a unique and creamy flavor."
• "I love the combination of chicken and squash. It's a perfect balance of flavors."
• "The filling is so flavorful and the tortillas are cooked to perfection."
• "These tacos are perfect for a quick and easy meal."
• "I'm definitely going to make these again!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have time to roast the butternut squash, you can use pre-cut cubes from the grocery store.
• To make the tacos more spicy, add more chili powder or cayenne pepper to the filling.
• Serve the tacos with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, cilantro, or salsa.