Description
Delight your guests this Halloween with these Easy Pizza Stuffed Pumpkins. This whimsical dish features mini pumpkins filled to the brim with a savory mixture of ground turkey or chicken, vibrant bell peppers, and gooey mozzarella cheese. Not only do they make a stunning centerpiece for your festive table, but they also provide a healthy twist on traditional pizza flavors. Ideal for family gatherings or spooky parties, these stuffed pumpkins are customizable to suit any palate, making them a hit among kids and adults alike. Serve warm, garnished with fresh basil, and enjoy the seasonal goodness that each bite brings!
Ingredients
- Mini pumpkins (4-6)
- Ground turkey or chicken (1 pound)
- Bell peppers, diced (1 cup)
- Onion, chopped (1 medium)
- Garlic, minced (2 cloves)
- Tomato sauce (1 cup)
- Italian seasoning (1 teaspoon)
- Shredded mozzarella cheese (1 cup)
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Rinse the mini pumpkins under cold water, cut off their tops, and scoop out the insides.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground turkey or chicken with diced bell peppers, chopped onion, minced garlic, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Stuff each pumpkin with the filling until packed tightly but not overflowing. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Place the stuffed pumpkins on a baking sheet and bake for 30-35 minutes until tender and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before garnishing with fresh basil leaves.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pumpkin (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg