Chorizo Stuffed Summer Squash Recipe

Name: Chorizo Stuffed Summer Squash
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large pattypan squash, halved and seeded; 1 cup water; 1/2 (1 pound) chorizo sausage; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 cup chopped onion; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped; 1 large tomato, chopped; 1 cup chicken stock; 1 cup black beans; 1/2 cup corn; 1 ounce shredded Cheddar cheese

Servings: persons

1 large pattypan squash, halved and seeded
1 cup water
1/2 (1 pound) chorizo sausage
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 green bell pepper, chopped
1 large tomato, chopped
1 cup chicken stock
1 cup black beans
1/2 cup corn
1 ounce shredded Cheddar cheese

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place squash, cut-side down, in a baking dish; add water.
2
Bake in the preheated oven until squash is tender, about 30 minutes.
3
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir chorizo in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease.
4
Heat olive oil in a separate skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onion and garlic until onion is softened and browned, 10 to 15 minutes. Add green bell pepper and cook until softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Add tomato, chicken stock, black beans, and corn; cook and stir until liquid is evaporated, about 10 minutes. Stir chorizo into mixture.
5
Flip squash over and fill each half with chorizo mixture; top with Cheddar cheese.
6
Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted, about 5 minutes.

277

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large pattypan squash, halved and seeded, 1 cup water, 1/2 (1 pound) chorizo sausage, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and more.

Yes, Chorizo Stuffed Summer Squash falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chorizo Stuffed Summer Squash

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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