Description
Experience the ultimate comfort food with this Honey Roasted Butternut Squash Stuffed with Chicken. This dish harmoniously blends sweet, caramelized butternut squash with tender chicken, creating a soul-warming meal that’s perfect for family dinners or holiday gatherings. The delightful aroma of honey and spices will invite everyone to the table, making it an unforgettable centerpiece.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium butternut squash (about 3 lbs total)
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Halve the butternut squash lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Drizzle olive oil over each half and season with salt and pepper.
- Place the squash cut-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Roast for 30-35 minutes until tender.
- While the squash roasts, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with garlic powder, salt, and pepper before adding to the skillet.
- Sauté chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
- Shred the chicken and mix it with honey and chopped rosemary. Spoon this mixture into each roasted butternut squash half.
- Serve immediately or let sit while you prepare side dishes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed half (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg