Cheesy Stuffed  Acorn Squash

Cheesy Stuffed Acorn Squash is roasted and filled with the most delicious savory ground chicken stuffing and topped with melted cheese!

Why You Should Try This Recipe:

- An all-in-one meal you can serve on its own or serve it as part of a larger meal with additional sides - All the components come together in about an hour so you can enjoy this dish in no time - The stuffing is loaded with healthy things like ground chicken and vegetables which will keep you full

Key Ingredients:

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mushrooms - acorn squash onion - butter - celery - apple parmesan - garlic - thyme cheese - ground chicken

Let's make it!

For an easy fall meal idea, this Cheesy Stuffed Acorn Squash is a no-brainer.

1

Preheat the oven to 400°F/200°C, then cut each acorn squash in half and scoop out the seeds with the help of a spoon or an ice cream scoop and discard the seeds.

2

Place on a sheet pan, drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper and roast for 30-40 minutes or until fork tender.

3

Meanwhile, make the filling: In a skillet over medium high heat, add olive oil and melt the butter then add ground chicken. Cook until it’s browned.

4

Add the mushrooms, onion, celery and apple and cook for 4-5 more minutes or until the onions are soft and translucent. Add garlic, thyme, salt, pepper and cook for 30 seconds.

5

Mix in the parmesan and remove from heat.

6

When the acorn squash are cool enough to handle, carefully scoop out the flesh leaving about ¼ inch of wall all around the squash (try not to create a hole in of the sides, I use an ice cream scoop to do this, or a spoon).

7

Add the scooped squash to the filling, and stir to combine.

8

Divide the filling between the 4 acorn squash halves.

9

Top the filling with shredded cheese and roast for 5 minutes, then broil for a couple of extra minutes until the top is bubbling and lightly browned.

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