Description
Enjoy the perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors with this delectable recipe for Honey Roasted Butternut Squash Stuffed with Chicken. Tender butternut squash halves are filled with a savory chicken mixture, topped with gooey mozzarella cheese, and baked to perfection. A satisfying dish that’s ideal for a cozy dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Butternut Squash:
- 2 medium butternut squash, halved lengthwise and seeds removed
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, divided
For the Chicken Filling:
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roast the Squash: Brush the cut sides of the squash with a honey mixture and roast until tender.
- Prepare the Filling: Cook chicken in olive oil with seasonings, onion, and garlic until cooked through.
- Fill the Squash: Scoop out some squash flesh, fill with chicken mixture, top with cheese, and bake until melted.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with a side salad or roasted green beans.
- For a sweeter taste, drizzle extra honey over the finished dish.
- To make it dairy-free, skip the mozzarella or use a plant-based cheese alternative.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed squash half
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 17 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
