Description
Honey Roasted Butternut Squash Stuffed with Chicken is a delightful dish that marries the sweet, caramelized flavors of roasted butternut squash with savory, juicy chicken. This recipe transforms simple ingredients into a stunning meal perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests. With its vibrant presentation and mouthwatering aromas, this dish is guaranteed to impress without any culinary mishaps.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 medium butternut squashes
- 1/4 cup pure honey
- 2 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Halve the butternut squashes lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Place them cut-side up in the baking dish.
- Drizzle honey over the squash, then sprinkle with garlic powder and thyme. Roast for 25-30 minutes until tender.
- Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown (7-8 minutes per side). Allow to rest, then shred.
- In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with soy sauce and any remaining herbs. Stuff each squash half with this mixture.
- Return stuffed squashes to the oven for an additional 5 minutes to meld flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed squash half (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg