Stuffed Mirlitons (Chayote Squash) Casserole Recipe

Name: Stuffed Mirlitons (Chayote Squash) Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 10 mirlitons (chayote); 1 pound small shrimp, peeled and deveined; 3 onions, chopped; 1 large green bell pepper, chopped; 3 large stalks celery, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, chopped; 2 (6 ounce) cans crabmeat; 1 cup bread crumbs; 1 teaspoon paprika; salt and ground black pepper to taste

Servings: persons

1
Place mirlitons into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 45 minutes. Drain and cool slightly.
2
Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
3
Slice the tops off the mirlitons and scoop the flesh out, discarding the seed. Reserve the mirliton shells.
4
Heat a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir mirliton flesh with shrimp, onions, bell pepper, celery, and garlic until vegetables are very tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Stir in crabmeat, bread crumbs, and paprika. Season with salt and pepper.
5
Arrange mirliton shells on a large baking sheet. Spoon shrimp and crab mixture into each shell.
6
Bake in preheated oven until browned, about 30 minutes.

168

kcal

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Carbs

Protein

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 10 mirlitons (chayote), 1 pound small shrimp, peeled and deveined, 3 onions, chopped, 1 large green bell pepper, chopped, and more.

Yes, Stuffed Mirlitons (Chayote Squash) Casserole falls under the Seafood 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.

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Stuffed Mirlitons (Chayote Squash) Casserole

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Variations & substitutions

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