Air Fryer Butternut Squash

The most delicious and flavorful Air Fryer Butternut Squash is a quick, easy, healthy side dish and the perfect addition to your favorite butternut squash recipe.

air fryer butternut squash

I get a lot of questions like, “Is butternut squash okay in the air fryer?” So I played around with different tempos and liked how this one turned out. This sweet and savory winter squash makes a delicious side him dish when eaten with roast chicken, oven he fried chicken, turkey breast and more. For other ways to use butternut squash, try Kale and Butternut Squash with Pears and Almonds and Vegetarian Enchiladas with Butternut Squash and Black Beans.

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An Easier Way to Cook Butternut Squash

Vegetables cook faster in an airfryer than in an oven, so airfrying butternut squash will save you instant time. If you want to save even more time, buy pre-cut butternut squash. If you’re peeling and cutting pumpkins, use this tip to make the process easier.

air fryer butternut squash

I seasoned butternut squash with a savory mix of spices, but you can use the same cooking methods and seasonings as you like.

• Butternut squash: One peeled and diced pumpkin yields about 4 cups of cubes.
• Olive oil: Spray the squash with oil before air-frying it, then fry it further before dusting it with the seasoning.
• spices: Onion powder, garlic powder, sweet paprika, cayenne pepper, salt.
• brown sugar: A small amount adds flavor, but is completely optional.

How to make butternut squash in an air fryer

1. Place the butternut squash in the airfryer basket in one layer, but it’s okay to overlap them slightly and drizzle with olive oil. Air fryer cook time is about 20-23 minutes at 340F until forks are tender.
2. Cooking times will vary slightly if the basket is smaller, as it will be more crowded.
3. Shake the basket several times during cooking to ensure browning and even cooking.
4. Mix all spices in a small bowl.
5. Toss with cooked pumpkin in 1 tablespoon oil.
6. Add spice mixture and mix lightly to coat.
7. Cook an additional 3-4 minutes.

Do you need to peel butternut squash before roasting?

Yes, if you cut the pumpkin into cubes, it’s best to peel it with a vegetable peeler before cutting.

what to serve with butternut squash

Air fryer butternut squash can be eaten in many ways! Here are some ideas:

Tips and variations:

• Try squash with a pinch of salt and cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice.
• Replace brown sugar with maple syrup, then add seasoning.
• Skip the cayenne if you don’t like spicy food.
• If you buy butternut squash pre-cut, it’s usually cut larger, so you’ll need to add more time.

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