How long does it take for a butternut squash in the air fryer?

The amount of time for butternut squash to cook in the air fryer will depend on the size of the squash pieces. But butternut squash cubes will cook in about 15 minutes.

What seasonings go well with butternut squash?

Butternut squash pairs well with both sweet and savory flavors! For savory spices, try rosemary, thyme, sage, paprika, and cayenne pepper. For sweeter spices and flavors, try brown sugar, maple syrup, honey, or cinnamon.

Can I cook frozen butternut squash in the air fryer?

You can cook frozen butternut squash in the air fryer! You can follow the recipe as written, but you may need to add an extra minute or two to the cook time. Be aware that due to the excess moisture, it won't get quite as crispy or golden brown as if you use fresh.

Air Fryer Butternut Squash | Kathleen's Cravings

Name: Air Fryer Butternut Squash
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 cups peeled and diced (1-inch) butternut squash, About 20 ounces; 1.5 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon brown sugar, light or dark; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon paprika; 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper, adjust or omit to taste; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Air Fryer Butternut Squash

side of roasted butternut squash made in the air fryer

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Air Fryer Butternut Squash uses just a few simple ingredients and is one of my FAVORITE ways to cook squash. Cooking butternut squash in the air fryer results in pieces that are tender, slightly caramelized with brown edges, and are super flavorful. Serve as a side on their own or add to a leafy green or grain salad.

Author: Kathleen
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: 3-4 servings
Category: Sides
Method: Air Fryer
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

4 cups peeled and diced (1-inch) butternut squash, About 20 ounces
1.5 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon brown sugar, light or dark
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper, adjust or omit to taste
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

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Instructions

Dice Squash - Peel your squash and dice into 1-inch cubes. Try to make them all the same size so they cook evenly.
Optional - Preheat Air Fryer - For crispier edges, you can let the air fryer run empty at 400 degrees F for a couple of minutes to preheat the basket.
Toss Squash - In a large bowl, toss the squash in the olive oil to coat then in the brown sugar and spices until evenly coated.
Air Fry - Add to your air fryer basket. They should be in an even layer, but a little overlapping is okay. Air fry at 400 degrees F for 15-20 minutes until they are tender and have a few brown edges. I like to give it a shake halfway through to avoid any sticking.

Notes

Serving Ideas - Serve as a side with a protein or add to salads like a grain salad or a leafy green salad.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 heaping cup
Calories: 164
Sugar: 7.2 g
Sodium: 216.6 mg
Fat: 7.3 g
Carbohydrates: 26.8 g
Fiber: 4.2 g
Protein: 2.2 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg

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