Ingredients
The following ingredients have 4 Servings
- 1.5 tsp salt
- 1.5 tsp pepper
- 1.5 tsp paprika
- 1.5 tsp garlic powder
- 1.5 tsp chili powder
- 1 tbsp fat ((bacon fat or oil))
- 3 lbs bone-in chicken ((drumsticks and thighs or chicken quarters))
- 1 small butternut squash, cut into small square pieces ((or sub 1 delicata squash or 1 large sweet potato))
- 1 lb brussels sprouts, ends cut off and halved
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp chili powder
Instruction
- Start by making the seasoning rub. Combine all of the rub ingredients together in a small bowl and mix well.
- Season the chicken with the rub, making sure every bit of the chicken is covered liberally.
- Next, chop up the butternut squash and brussels and place in a bowl. Toss in the avocado oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder and chili powder. Mix well to incorporate the seasonings and spread out in an even layer on a baking sheet. Set aside.
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Heat a cast iron skillet over medium heat and add in the fat. Let the skillet warm up to full temperature.
- Add in your chicken to cook for 5 minutes. Flip it over to the other side and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Add the squash and brussels to the skillet around the chicken. Carefully transfer the skillet to the oven using oven mitts.
- Cook for 30 minutes and remove everything from the oven. Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.
