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Savory Turkey Chili-Stuffed Acorn Squash Recipe

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Ingredients

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2 acorn squash halved seeded
1 pound 93% lean ground turkey
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/3 cup onion chopped
2 cloves garlic crushed
10 ounces canned rotel mild tomatoes with green chilies
1/2 cup canned tomato sauce
1/2 cup water
3/4 tsp cumin
1/4 tsp chili powder
1/4 tsp paprika
1 bay leaf
6 tablespoons shredded sharp cheese omit for whole 30 and dairy free
fresh cilantro for garnish

Nutritional information

Calories
Carbohydrates
29.5g
Protein
28g
Fat
12g
Saturated Fat
3.5g
Cholesterol
91mg
Sodium
650mg
Fiber
5g
Sugar
3.5g
Blue Smart Points
5
Green Smart Points
Purple Smart Points
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Savory Turkey Chili-Stuffed Acorn Squash Recipe

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    What happens when you stuff an acorn squash with a delicious turkey chili recipe? You have an edible bowl thats not just good for you, it tastes great too!

    • 45 min
    • Serves 4
    • Easy

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    Alt= These turned out better than I could have expected! The turkey chili is mild and savory, which is the perfect balance to the slightly sweet acorn squash (would be great with delicata too!). If you want to make this dairy-free and Whole30 friendly, simply omit the cheese.,Alt=Alt=Alt=


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    Steps

    1
    Done

    Place Squash Halves on the Baking Sheet, Cut Sides Down Bake Until Soft, 30 to 35 Minutes

    2
    Done

    Meanwhile, in a Large Skillet, Brown Turkey Over Medium-High Heat, Breaking It Up as It Cooks Into Smaller Pieces and Season With Salt and Pepper.

    3
    Done

    When Meat Is Browned and Cooked Through Add Onion and Garlic; Cook 3 Minutes Over Medium Heat.

    4
    Done

    Add the Can of Rotel Tomatoes, Tomato Sauce, Water, Cumin, Chili Powder, Paprika, and Bay Leaf.

    5
    Done

    Cover and Simmer Over Medium-Low Heat About 25 Minutes Stirring Occasionally.

    6
    Done

    Remove Bay Leaf, Flip the Squash Over and Fill Each Half With 3/4 Cup Chili.

    7
    Done

    Top With Cheese and Bake Until Melted, About 5 Minutes. Top With Cilantro.

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