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Sausage Stuffed Acorn Squash

Sausage Stuffed Acorn Squash recipe is an irresistible fall dish with kale, chopped leeks, and pecans for a complete healthy meal!

Prep Time
10 hrs
Cook Time
20 hrs
Total Time
1 d 6 hrs
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 299 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 3 small acorn squash
  • 2 teaspoons avocado oil
  • 1 pound Sicilian Chicken Sausage
  • 1 large leek sliced
  • 2 garlic cloves chopped
  • 4 cups kale chopped
  • 1/3 cup pecans chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Parmesan Cheese shredded
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth

Instructions

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  1. Clean acorn squash and cook using the same method as the Pressure Cooker Pumpkin Puree, except cook for 4 minutes.
  2. In a large skillet add oil and heat over medium. Add sausage and break up into chunks while cooking for about 5 minutes. Remove cooked sausage from skillet and set aside. Add additional teaspoon of oil and add chopped leek until fragrant and soft. Add kale and garlic. Saute for a minute and then add 1/2 cup of chicken broth. Stir in sausage and remove from heat. Fold in pecans. Place cooked squash on a plate and fill with sausage mix. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese.

Notes

  • Sicilian Chicken Sausage can be purchased at Trader Joe's or you can use any seasoned sausage of your choice.
  • Filling is enough for 8 servings. Serve on the side or enjoy in another meal.
  • Serve filling each squash or cut squash in half filling each piece.
  • Since first posting this recipe I have provided instructions on preparing acorn squash in an Instant pot. You will get similar results with the pumpkin method mentioned in the post. 

Nutrition Information

Calories 299kcal (15%) Carbohydrates 23g (8%) Protein 22g (44%) Fat 15g (23%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Polyunsaturated Fat 10g Cholesterol 71mg (24%) Sodium 634mg (26%) Fiber 7g (28%) Sugar 2g (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 299

% Daily Value*

Calories 299kcal 15%
Carbohydrates 23g 8%
Protein 22g 44%
Fat 15g 23%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10g 59%
Cholesterol 71mg 24%
Sodium 634mg 26%
Fiber 7g 28%
Sugar 2g 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.