Description
Honey-roasted butternut squash stuffed with chicken is a heartwarming dish that perfectly balances sweet and savory flavors. This recipe features tender, juicy chicken nestled inside caramelized butternut squash, enhanced by a drizzle of golden honey and fresh thyme. Ideal for family gatherings or cozy dinners, this stunning meal not only nourishes the body but also creates lasting memories around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium butternut squash
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 tbsp pure honey
- 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Gather all ingredients.
- Slice the butternut squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.
- Drizzle olive oil over the squash halves and season with salt and pepper. Place cut-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken breasts and cook until golden brown (7-10 minutes). Stir in fresh thyme in the last minute.
- Drizzle honey over cooked chicken, stirring to coat evenly.
- Flip roasted squash cut-side up, fill with chicken mixture, and return to oven for an additional 10 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed squash half (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg