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Stuffed Acorn Squash

This stuffed acorn squash recipe is the perfect fall weeknight dinner for two. Simply multiply it if you're cooking for more!
Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time45 mins
Total Time1 hr
Course: Dinner
Keyword: acorn squash, apples, chicken sausage, cranberries, squash
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 393kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 small acorn squash
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 1 shallot diced small
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 1 celery stalk diced small
  • 1/4 tsp salt plus more for seasoning
  • 1/4 tsp pepper plus more for seasoning
  • 1 rosemary sprig chopped roughly
  • 1/4 tsp ground sage
  • 2 chicken sausages diced small
  • 1 small apple diced
  • 2 Tbsp dried cranberries
  • 2 Tbsp grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
  • Slice the acorn squash in half lengthwise. If you’re cutting the stem of the acorn squash in half, you’re doing it correctly.
    Scoop out the seeds on the inside.
  • Place the acorn squash halves on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the olive oil on the flesh of the acorn squash, then season with extra salt and pepper.
  • Place the cut side down on the parchment paper (skin facing up), then place the baking sheet in the oven.
  • Bake for 30 minutes, until the flesh is tender.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat up 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-low heat. Add the shallot, minced garlic, celery, salt, pepper, rosemary, and sage. Cook for 3-5 minutes or until the veggies become soft.
  • Add the diced chicken sausage. Stir and cook until the chicken sausage and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
  • Add the diced apple. Cook for another 1-2 minutes, or until the apple becomes soft.
  • Turn off the heat. Add in the dried cranberries, grated parmesan cheese, and breadcrumbs. Stir to combine.
  • Flip the cooked acorn squash halves over. Stuff each half with the stuffing mixture.
  • Pour the chicken broth over the stuffing evenly between the two halves.
  • Bake in the oven for another 15 minutes.

Notes

Tip: To save time, chop/prep the veggies while the acorn squash halves are roasting. You'll have enough time to prep and cook during those 30 minutes.
Calories will vary based on the type of chicken sausage you choose, as well as the size of the acorn squash.