🍗 Chicken in Acorn Halves Recipe 🍠
Description: This delightful dish presents a harmonious blend of tender chicken and savory vegetables nestled within the natural bowl-like acorn squash halves, creating both a visually stunning and deliciously satisfying meal. Whether enjoyed as a standalone dish or paired with your favorite pasta, this recipe promises to elevate your dining experience, making it perfect for cozy winter nights or busy weeknights when you crave a wholesome, one-dish meal.
Recipe Category: One Dish Meal 🥘
Keywords: Chicken, Poultry, Vegetable, Meat, Winter, Weeknight, Oven, < 4 Hours ⏰
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 747.7
- Fat Content: 54.3g
- Saturated Fat Content: 22.4g
- Cholesterol Content: 135.1mg
- Sodium Content: 684.2mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 37g
- Fiber Content: 10.4g
- Sugar Content: 3.6g
- Protein Content: 35.7g
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Acorn squash | 2 |
| Butter | 4 tbsp |
| Margarine | 2 tbsp |
| Green onions | 4 |
| Green olives | 1 cup |
| Cheddar cheese | 1 1/3 cup |
| Celery | 1/2 cup |
| Green chilies | 1 |
| Ground cumin | 1 tsp |
| Lemon pepper | 1 tsp |
| Paprika | 1/4 tsp |
| Sour cream | 1/2 cup |
| Avocado | 1 |
| Almonds | 1/2 cup |
Instructions:
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Preparation: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). 🌡️
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Prepare Acorn Squash:
- Cut each acorn squash in half lengthwise and remove the seeds. 🥑
- Trim a thin slice off the bottom of each half to ensure they sit evenly on the baking sheet.
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Butter and Bake:
- Spread a generous amount of butter over the entire cavity of each squash half. 🧈
- Place the squash halves, cut side down, on a baking sheet, and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until tender. 🍠
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Prepare Filling:
- While the squash is baking, prepare the filling by combining all remaining ingredients except for the avocado and almonds in a mixing bowl. 🥣
- Mix the ingredients well until evenly combined. 🥄
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Fill Squash Halves:
- Once the squash halves are tender, remove them from the oven and carefully turn them upright.
- Divide the filling mixture evenly among the squash halves, spooning it into each one until filled. 🥄
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Add Avocado and Almonds:
- Top each filled squash half with two slices of avocado for a creamy touch. 🥑
- Sprinkle the filled halves with almonds, adding a delightful crunch and nutty flavor. 🌰
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Bake Again:
- Return the filled squash halves to the oven and bake for an additional 25 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together and the filling to become irresistibly golden and bubbly. 🕒
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Serve and Enjoy: Once baked to perfection, remove the chicken-filled acorn squash halves from the oven and serve them hot, either as a standalone meal or accompanied by your favorite pasta noodles for a complete dining experience. 🍽️
With its combination of hearty chicken, flavorful vegetables, and tender acorn squash, this recipe promises to delight your taste buds and satisfy your hunger, making it a memorable addition to your recipe collection. Enjoy the warmth and comfort of this delicious dish with loved ones, creating cherished moments around the dinner table. Bon appétit! 🍗🥑🌰
