By Becky Hardin
Updated May 22, 2025
This maple-infused Roasted Butternut Squash recipe is sweet, tender, and baked to perfection. It’s the ideal Thanksgiving side dish, but just as good any night of the year!
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Roasted Butternut Squash Recipe
The squash is baked in a maple syrup, butter, and broth mixture, which adds loads of flavor. Plus, the natural sweetness of the butternut squash comes out while roasting, so you end up with an incredibly sweet and delicious dish to pair with your favorite mains. I like to top the squash with a bit of salty crumbled feta cheese after baking to balance out the sweetness. I could eat it every night.
This winter squash recipe is so good as it is, but you can add chopped toasted or Candied Nuts to take it to the next level. You can even roast it (cut in half) with the skin on and then scoop out the flesh. There’s a lot of variety with this hearty winter squash!
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- ▢ 3½ cups butternut squash peeled, seeded, and cubed (click for guide)
- ▢ 4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted (½ stick)
- ▢ 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth turkey broth or vegetable broth also work
- ▢ ¼ cup pure maple syrup
- ▢ ½-1 teaspoon coarse kosher salt to taste
- ▢ ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
For Garnish
- ▢ chopped fresh parsley or thyme optional
- ▢ crumbed feta cheese optional
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Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Spray a casserole dish with cooking spray.
- Add the squash to the casserole dish, then pour the melted butter, broth, and syrup over the squash. 3½ cups butternut squash, 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth, ¼ cup pure maple syrup
- Add salt, pepper, and herbs (if using). ½-1 teaspoon coarse kosher salt, chopped fresh parsley or thyme, ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Loosely cover and bake 15 minutes.
- Take the cover off, stir, and bake 15 more minutes, or until squash is tender.
- Top with crumbled feta cheese if desired and serve hot. crumbed feta cheese
Equipment
- 9×13 Baking Pan
Becky’s Tips
- Half the squash is used in this recipe. If using the entire squash, add ½ cup more broth and ⅓ cup syrup.
- Try other types of winter squash, such as acorn or kabocha. The cooking time may vary depending on the type of squash used.
- If the liquid around the squash is drying up, add a little more broth.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How to Make Roasted Butternut Squash Step by Step
Get the oven going and prepare a casserole dish : Preheat oven to 400°F. Spray a casserole dish with cooking spray.
Prep the squash: Add 3 1/2 cups of cubed squash to the casserole dish, then pour 4 tablespoons of melted butter, 1 cup low sodium chicken broth, and 1/4 cup maple syrup over the squash.
Add the seasoning: Add 1/2-1 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
Bake: Loosely cover with aluminum foil and bake 15 minutes.
Uncover and bake: Take the cover off, stir, and bake 15 more minutes, or until squash is tender.
Top with feta and serve : Top with crumbled feta cheese and herbs if desired, and serve hot.
Storage
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in a covered baking dish in a 350°F oven for 15-20 minutes. I do not recommend freezing this dish, as the texture of the squash will change significantly once thawed.
You can prepare the ingredients in advance and assemble them just before baking to save time. Avoid baking it too far in advance, as the squash may become soft or mushy upon reheating.
Serving Suggestions
This squash is great any time of the year served alongside your favorite mains like Grilled Ribeyes or a juicy Pork Loin . It’s also the perfect Thanksgiving side. Serve it alongside a traditional Turkey and creamy Mashed Potatoes .
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Equipment
- 9x13 Baking Pan
Ingredients
- 3½ cups butternut squash peeled, seeded, and cubed (click for guide)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted (½ stick)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth turkey broth or vegetable broth also work
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup
- ½-1 teaspoon coarse kosher salt to taste
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
For Garnish
- chopped fresh parsley or thyme optional
- crumbed feta cheese optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Spray a casserole dish with cooking spray.
- Add the squash to the casserole dish, then pour the melted butter, broth, and syrup over the squash. 3½ cups butternut squash, 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth, ¼ cup pure maple syrup
- Add salt, pepper, and herbs (if using). ½-1 teaspoon coarse kosher salt, chopped fresh parsley or thyme, ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Loosely cover and bake 15 minutes.
- Take the cover off, stir, and bake 15 more minutes, or until squash is tender.
- Top with crumbled feta cheese if desired and serve hot. crumbed feta cheese
Video
Notes
- Half the squash is used in this recipe. If using the entire squash, add ½ cup more broth and ⅓ cup syrup.
- Try other types of winter squash, such as acorn or kabocha. The cooking time may vary depending on the type of squash used.
- If the liquid around the squash is drying up, add a little more broth.
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
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What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
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Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
