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Butternut Squash Chicken Parmesan

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
A delicious twist on classic chicken parmesan, baked inside roasted butternut squash halves for a hearty and flavorful meal.

Ingredients

Vegetables

  • 2 medium butternut squash (2 1/2-3 lbs each)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 1/4 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 pkg shredded mozzarella cheese (8 oz divided)
  • Chopped fresh parsley (to garnish)

Protein

  • 0.5 bag Skinny Butcher Crazy Crispy® Chicken Tenders (24 oz)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Cut squash in half, brush with oil, and season. Bake 40-45 min.
  • During the last 15 min, add chicken tenders to the baking sheet. Cool, scoop out flesh, and chop chicken.
  • Mix squash flesh, chicken, marinara, and half the cheese. Season and combine.
  • Spoon mixture into squash halves, top with remaining cheese, and broil 2-4 min until bubbly and browned. Garnish with parsley.

Notes

For extra flavor, sprinkle with additional herbs before serving.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: butternut squash, chicken, Parmesan