Chicken Stuffed Butternut Squash

Chicken Stuffed Butternut Squash

Yields4 ServingsPrep Time15 minsCook Time45 minsTotal Time1 hrCategory, ,

Softly baked butternut squash boats with delicious shredded chicken, red pepper and crumbled feta on top. These ingredients are a combination of tastes and textures that are a match made in heaven and provide a symphony of flavours with each mouthful. A healthy recipe that is super simple to whip up in no time and have you feeling fuller for longer without piling on any extra calories. This recipe is also gluten-free and done in just an hour! It can be enjoyed on its own or with a bit of Buffalo Sauce for that extra kick of flavour. ​

Ingredients:

 175 g chicken breast, diced
 1 medium squash, halved
 2 celery sticks sliced
 2 onions, thinly sliced
 75 g red pepper, diced
 40 g crumbled feta
 110 g Buffalo sauce/ sauce of choice

Directions:

Step 1
1

Start by pre-heating the oven to 180C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to set aside.​

Prepare squash: Remove ends and cut into two halves. Scoop seeds and stringy insides out using a large spoon. ​

Then place squash cut-side down on the baking sheet and bake for 30-40 minutes until tender (time depends on the size of the squash).​

Once baked, allow to cool down before scooping the squash flesh into a large bowl. ​

Reserve the squash shells​.

At the same time cook chicken.

Step 2
2

Place a skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 teaspoon oil of choice to evenly coat the pan. ​

Add chicken and 120ml of water, then allow water to simmer, then reduce heat and cover. ​

Cook chicken for 15-18 minutes or until cooked through. ​Once ready, move chicken to a cutting board to cool slightly before shredding with two forks.

Step 3
3

In a large bowl, place the squash shreds, shredded chicken, celery, onions and bell pepper along with buffalo sauce. Mix thoroughly by tossing ingredients together​.

Spoon the chicken-squash mixture into the squash shells and bake at 180C for 10-25 minutes. ​

Serve hot with crumbled feta on top if desired!

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 308
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14g22%
Total Carbohydrate 13g5%
Protein 36g72%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.