Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Sweet and Savory Honey Roasted Butternut Squash Stuffed with Chicken. This dish beautifully combines the sweetness of honey-roasted butternut squash with tender, savory chicken, creating a meal that is both satisfying and visually appealing. Perfect for family dinners or holiday gatherings, this recipe showcases a colorful presentation that will impress your guests. With simple preparation steps and nutritious ingredients, you can enjoy a wholesome dish that’s easy to make yet divine in taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium butternut squash
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp dried rosemary
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries or raisins, optional
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans, optional
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Drizzle of honey
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut butternut squash in half, brush with olive oil, drizzle with honey, and sprinkle with cinnamon, salt, and pepper.
- Roast cut side down on a baking sheet for 30–40 minutes until tender.
- In a mixing bowl, heat shredded chicken with chicken broth; stir in Parmesan cheese and season to taste.
- Mix scooped-out squash flesh into the filling, then stuff each half generously.
- Return to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes until golden.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed half of butternut squash (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 65mg