Chicken Spaghetti Squash: Discover a Healthy Delight!
A healthy and delicious dish made with chicken and spaghetti squash, perfect for a low-carb meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium spaghetti squash
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.
- Drizzle olive oil over the cut sides and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
- Place the squash cut side down on a baking sheet and roast for 30-40 minutes until tender.
- Once cooked, use a fork to scrape the flesh into spaghetti-like strands.
- In a large bowl, combine the spaghetti squash strands, shredded chicken, and marinara sauce.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding vegetables like bell peppers or spinach.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the oven or microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg