Description
Honey Roasted Butternut Squash Stuffed with Chicken is a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors. This visually stunning dish features tender butternut squash filled with juicy chicken, caramelized to perfection, making it ideal for cozy dinners or festive gatherings. With its comforting aroma and vibrant presentation, this recipe will impress your family and friends, leaving them craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium butternut squashes (about 3 lbs total)
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approx. 1 lb)
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Halve the butternut squashes lengthwise, scoop out seeds, and drizzle with olive oil. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Place cut-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and roast for 30-35 minutes until fork-tender.
- While the squash roasts, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; cook for about 7-8 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Chop cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces and mix with honey, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Flip roasted squash cut-side up, fill each half with the chicken mixture, then return to the oven for an additional 10-15 minutes until warmed through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed squash half (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg