Jambalaya Stuffed Butternut Squash

Jambalaya Stuffed Butternut Squash is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for any occasion. This dish is a perfect combination of spicy and savory flavors that will leave your taste buds wanting more. The dish is made by stuffing a roasted butternut squash with a flavorful jambalaya mixture that is made with rice, vegetables, and spices.

To make this dish, you will need the following ingredients:

- 2 medium-sized butternut squash
- 1 pound of chicken breast, diced
- 1 pound of shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup of long-grain rice
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 can of diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons of Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon of dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking

To start, preheat your oven to 375°F. Cut the butternut squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Brush the inside of the squash with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Place the squash halves on a baking sheet and roast in the oven for 45-50 minutes, or until tender.
While the squash is roasting, prepare the jambalaya mixture. In a large skillet, heat some olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the shrimp and cook until pink and cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
Add the onion, bell pepper, and celery to the skillet and cook until softened. Add the garlic and cook for another minute. Add the rice, diced tomatoes, Cajun seasoning, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine.
Add 2 cups of water to the skillet and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is cooked through.
Once the rice is cooked, add the cooked chicken and shrimp to the skillet and stir to combine.
To assemble the dish, spoon the jambalaya mixture into the roasted butternut squash halves. Serve hot and enjoy!
Jambalaya Stuffed Butternut Squash is a perfect combination of Cajun and Creole flavors. The dish is hearty, filling, and bursting with flavor. The roasted butternut squash adds a sweet and nutty flavor to the dish, while the jambalaya mixture adds a spicy and savory kick. This dish is perfect for a cozy night in or for entertaining guests.
Type of dish: Main course
3 main ingredients: Butternut squash, chicken, shrimp