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Chicken Quinoa Stuffed Squash

High calorie, high protein - perfect for building muscle

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 45 min
Serves: 1

Ingredients

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  • 1 large acorn squash, halved
  • 6 oz ground chicken
  • 1 cup (185 g) cooked quinoa
  • 1/2 cups cranberries
  • 1/4 cups walnuts, chopped
  • 1/4 cups parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Sage, thyme

Instructions

  1. 1

    Roast squash halves cut-side down at 400°F for 30 minutes

  2. 2

    Cook ground chicken with herbs until browned

  3. 3

    Mix chicken with quinoa, cranberries, and walnuts

  4. 4

    Stuff squash with mixture, top with parmesan

  5. 5

    Bake 15 more minutes until heated through

💡 Pro Tips

  • • Prep ingredients ahead of time to save cooking time
  • • Double the recipe and freeze half for easy meal prep
  • • Adjust seasonings to taste - everyone's preferences are different
  • • Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 3-4 days

Nutrition Facts

Per serving (adjusted)
Calories745
Protein48g
Carbohydrates68g
Fat22g
Macro Distribution
ProteinCarbsFat

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Best Time to Eat

Evening (6-8 PM)
Ideal for recovery and muscle building