Oven-Ready
Premium
Herbed Cheese Stuffed Chicken
with roasted butternut squash
Prep & Cook Time: 25-35 min.
Spice Level: Not Spicy
Cook Within: 4 days
Contains: Tree Nuts (Almonds), Milk, Wheat
- Carb-Conscious
- Protein-Packed
Chef
David Welch
Still want the great flavors and delicious dinners you've come to expect from Home Chef, but a fraction of the time and barely any work? These oven-ready offerings were made with you in mind. Just follow the assembly instructions, pop it in the oven, and voila! It's like you worked over a hot stove for hours (we'll keep your secret.)
In Your Box (serves 2)
- 12 oz. Chicken Breast
- 8 oz. Cubed Butternut Squash
- 2 oz. Garlic and Herb Cheese Spread
- 2 oz. Baby Spinach
- 1 oz. Cream Cheese
- ¾ oz. Roasted Garlic & Herb Butter
- ½ oz. Balsamic Vinaigrette
- ½ oz. Crispy Fried Onions
- ½ oz. Roasted Sliced Almonds
- ½ oz. Dried Cranberries
- 3 Thyme Sprigs
- ½ tsp. Lemon N Herb Seasoning
Due to our just-in-time sourcing model, we may have to send you a substitute ingredient. Not to worry! We make sure every ingredient sent to you meets our high quality standards. We’ll keep you informed should a switch occur, so please check the ingredient labels in your meal bag.
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Nutrition (per serving)
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Calories650
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Carbohydrates30g
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Net Carbs25g
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Fat41g
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Protein41g
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Sodium1480mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Pepper
- Cooking Spray
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- 1 Mixing Bowl
- 1 Microwave-Safe Bowl
- 1 Microwave
Before You Cook
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
Customize It Instructions
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If using antibiotic free chicken breasts, follow same instructions.
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1 Start the Butternut Squash
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 1 tsp. olive oil and butternut squash. Microwave uncovered until tender, 4-6 minutes.
Carefully remove bowl from microwave.While squash cooks, stem thyme.Spray provided tray with cooking spray.Place microwaved squash, 1 tsp. olive oil, thyme, 1/4 tsp. salt and a pinch of pepper in provided tray. Squash will be hot! Use caution. Stir to combine and push to one side. Wipe bowl clean and reserve. -
2 Prepare the Chicken
Pat chicken dry. On a cutting board, carefully cut 4-5 slits across top of chicken, making sure not to cut all the way through. Season chicken with lemon herb seasoning and a pinch of salt and pepper
In reserved bowl, combine garlic cheese spread and softened cream cheese. Evenly fill chicken slits with cheese mixture. Add chicken to empty side of tray. -
3 Bake the Meal
Bake uncovered in hot oven until chicken reaches a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees, 25-28 minutes.
Carefully remove from oven. Stir butter and almonds into butternut squash. Rest, 3 minutes.While chicken rests, in a mixing bowl, combine spinach, dried cranberries, vinaigrette (to taste), and half the crispy onions (reserve remaining for garnish).To serve, garnish salad with remaining crispy onions. Bon appétit!
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