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Sweet and Savory Honey Roasted Butternut Squash Stuffed with Chicken for a Cozy Meal

Irresistibly Sweet and Savory Honey Roasted Butternut Squash Stuffed with Chicken for Cozy Nights

Course: Comfort Food
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Comforting Dish, cozy meal, Easy Recipe, gluten-free, Stuffed with Chicken, Sweet and Savory Honey Roasted Butternut Squash
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350kcal
Discover the magic of Sweet and Savory Honey Roasted Butternut Squash Stuffed with Chicken, a comforting feast for cozy nights.
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Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • mixing bowl

Ingredients

For the Squash

  • 1 medium Butternut Squash Choose firm, smooth-skinned squash.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with melted butter.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Maple syrup is a great alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Optional for milder flavor.
  • to taste Salt Adjust according to your palate.
  • to taste Black Pepper Adjust according to your palate.

For the Filling

  • 2 cups Shredded Chicken Rotisserie chicken works well.
  • ½ cup Chicken Broth Low-sodium options available.
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese Can use nutritional yeast for dairy-free.
  • ¼ cup Cranberries Optional, can substitute with raisins.
  • ¼ cup Walnuts Optional, can use pecans or omit.

Instructions

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Prepare the butternut squash by cutting it in half lengthwise and brushing cut sides with olive oil. Drizzle honey and sprinkle cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Place cut-side down on a baking sheet.
  • Roast the squash for 30–40 minutes until tender.
  • Warm the shredded chicken in a bowl on medium heat, adding chicken broth for moisture, cooking for about 2-3 minutes until heated.
  • Combine the warm chicken with Parmesan cheese, cranberries, and walnuts. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Scoop out some of the squash flesh and mix it into the chicken filling.
  • Fill each roasted squash half with the chicken mixture, packing it in without overflow.
  • Return the stuffed squash to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes.

Notes

Optional: Garnish with fresh herbs for added touch.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 800mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 12000IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 200mg | Iron: 2mg