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    Recipes » Main Course Recipes

    Stuffed Delicata Squash

    Published: Sep 25, 2022 · Modified: Oct 3, 2022 by Marissa Stevens · 10 Comments

    Gluten Free

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    Stuffed Delicata Squash is a delicious, nutritious and satisfying way to enjoy the beloved squash. In this recipe, tender halves of delicata squash are stuffed with a hearty blend of Italian sausage, brown rice and kale then baked until hot and delectable.

    Stuffed Delicata Squash on a rimmed baking sheet.

    Consider this recipe a starting point for your creativity. You'll find the amounts helpful, but have endless options for stuffing combinations - a great way to use up any leftover meat, cooked grains, rice or seeds that you have on hand. You can also assemble the stuffed squash and refrigerate for up to a day before you plan to bake it. 

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    Stuffed Delicata Squash Ingredients

    Stuffed Delicata Squash Ingredients on a white marble board.
    • Delicata Squash: two delicata squash of similar size
    • Olive Oil: extra-virgin olive oil
    • Italian Sausage: or other raw, ground sausage
    • Cooked Rice: white rice or brown rice
    • Lacinato Kale: or other sturdy green
    • Kosher Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper

    Recipe Options

    • You can swap in cooked and seasoned ground beef or ground turkey for the sausage.
    • Instead of kale, you can use another green like chard, spinach, or arugula.
    • Any cooked whole grain or seed you have on hand will work well in place of the brown rice. Cooked farro, barley and quinoa would all be good options.
    • Add richness and flavor depth by topping the cooked stuffed squash with a shredded good melting cheese like jack, cheddar, mozzarella. Sprinkle it on and return the squash to the oven just until the cheese melts then serve hot.

    More Ways to Enjoy Delicata Squash

    • How to Cook Delicata Squash
    • Delicata Squash Soup (with Coconut Milk and Curry)
    • Crunchy Salty Toasted Delicata Squash Seeds
    • Delicata Squash Salad

    How to Make Stuffed Delicata Squash

    Roast seeded delicata squash halves until tender.

    Scooped our Delicata Squash halves with seeds and membrane in a bowl.
    Baked Delicata Squash halves on a baking sheet.
    Baked Delicata Squash halves ready to stuff.

    While squash bakes, prepare filling. When squash halves are tender fill with stuffing and bake until heated through. Serve.

    browning Italian sausage in a Dutch oven.
    cooking kale and sausage together.
    delicata squash stuffing in a dutch oven.
    stuffed delicata squash ready to bake.
    Stuffed Delicata Squash on a rimmed baking sheet.

    Stuffed Delicata Squash

    Marissa Stevens
    A mouthwatering blend of sweet and savory flavors, these stuffed squash strike the perfect balance between decadent and nutritious.
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 55 mins
    Total Time 1 hr 10 mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 people
    Calories 440 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 delicata squash cut in half lengthwise, seeds and pulp scooped out
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil plus more for brushing baking sheet
    • ½ pound Italian sausage
    • 2 cups cooked rice white rice or brown rice
    • 1 bunch lacinato kale thinly sliced crosswise into ribbons
    • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 400˚F and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or brush lightly with oil.
    • Cut each delicata squash in half lengthwise and scrape out the seeds. Place halves cut side down on prepared baking sheet; roast 30 to 40 minutes (depending on the size of the squash) until tender. Remove from oven and turn squash halves cut side up. (Leave oven on.)
    • Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sausage, breaking into small pieces with a wooden spoon. Cook and stir until cooked through and lightly browned. Add sliced kale; cook and stir until wilted and tender, 3-5 minutes. Add cooked rice; cook and stir until combined and heated through. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
    • Divide sausage mixture evenly between roasted delicata squash halves and sprinkle with cheese; bake 10 minutes, or until squash is heated through. Serve.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 440kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 15gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 43mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 1295mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 9840IUVitamin C: 110mgCalcium: 183mgIron: 3mg
    Keyword comfort food, easy
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    1. Chef Mimi says

      January 02, 2023 at 8:37 am

      Wonderful! I’ll eat anything stuffed with Italian sausage! But I also love delicata squash. Last summer they did the best in my garden over the other squashes, so I’ll be planting them again!

      Reply
      • Marissa Stevens says

        January 02, 2023 at 12:57 pm

        Thanks, Mimi! I'm so excited for you to taste this and even better with home grown squash!

        Reply
    2. Ben | Havocinthekitchen says

      September 27, 2022 at 4:22 pm

      Delicious squash stuffed with so simple yet so delicious things (Well, I might swap kale for something else lol). That’s a perfect comfort but not overly heavy dish!

      Reply
      • Marissa Stevens says

        September 28, 2022 at 2:56 pm

        Thanks so much, Ben! But no kale for you, huh? 😉

        Reply
    3. Valentina says

      September 26, 2022 at 6:05 pm

      Such a great hearty and tasty dish. Sausage and orange squash is so good together. I LOVE that golden/brown color you achieved along the rim of the squash. Pure deliciousness! 🙂 ~Valentina

      Reply
      • Marissa Stevens says

        September 28, 2022 at 2:57 pm

        Thanks so much, Valentina!

        Reply
    4. David @ Spiced says

      September 26, 2022 at 4:35 am

      5 stars
      I just saw some awesome looking squash at the store recently! Now I have to go back and get some to make this stuffed squash...it looks like an easy and delicious fall dinner!

      Reply
      • Marissa Stevens says

        September 27, 2022 at 2:51 pm

        Thanks, David! I hope you'll love it.

        Reply
    5. angiesrecipes says

      September 25, 2022 at 8:03 pm

      This makes a fantastic Fall meal! Going to farmer market later and I am going to buy a few of these :-))

      Reply
      • Marissa Stevens says

        September 28, 2022 at 2:59 pm

        Wonderful, Angie! I hope you'll love them.

        Reply

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