Stuffed Acorn Squash

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Author: JessicaLeighWellness

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Chicken and Vegetable Stuffed Acorn Squash

Cozy and hearty acorn squashes stuffed with ground chicken and sauteed vegetables, this meal is the perfect blend of flavors and only takes 30 minutes to make.

Prep time: 10 MinCook time: 30 MinTotal time: 40 Min

Ingredients

• 3 whole acorn squashes
• 1 lb ground chicken
• 1 cup brussel sprouts
• 1 cup white mushrooms
• 1/4 cup slivered almonds or whole almonds crushed up
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1 red bell pepper diced
• 1 small white onion diced
• 2 tbsp garlic minced
• salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400 F
2. Slice the acorn squashes in half and scoop out the seeds.
3. Place them face down on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil, salt and pepper on both sides. Cook for 30 minutes
4. Cut brussel sprouts into quarters and place into a microwavable dish. Add 1/4 cup of water and cover and microwave for 4 1/2 minutes.
5. Slice the mushrooms, onion, and red bell pepper.
6. In a pan add the garlic and a tbsp of olive oil. Sautee for 2-3 minutes on medium high heat
7. Add in your onion, pepper, mushrooms and brussel sprouts and cook for 3-5 minutes.
8. Add in your ground chicken and cook through. About 3-5 minutes.
9. Add in the parmesan cheese, reserving 1 tbsp topping the mixture later.
10. Once squash is cooked add the filling to the middle of each squash, about 1/3 cup and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
11. Bake again for 7-10 minutes at 350 F.

Notes

• The squash can be prepped and cooked ahead of time for quick dinner assembly
• Filling can be made 1-2 days in advance
• Mozzarella cheese is a great alternative to parmesan