Description
This Tuscan Chicken and Spaghetti Squash is a light and flavorful dish that’s perfect for a healthy and satisfying meal! Tender chicken, spaghetti squash, and fresh spinach are tossed in a creamy Parmesan sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and a hint of garlic. It’s an easy and elegant recipe that’s ready in just 40 minutes.
Ingredients
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- 1 medium spaghetti squash
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons butter, divided
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 shallot, minced
- 2 tablespoons sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained and julienned
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 ounces baby spinach
- Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook Spaghetti Squash: Pierce the spaghetti squash with a knife and microwave until tender (8-12 minutes). Alternatively, roast the squash in the oven. Let cool.
- Cook Chicken: Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until no longer pink. Remove chicken and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add remaining butter, garlic, and shallot to the skillet. Cook until softened. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes.
- Make Sauce: Pour in heavy cream and cook until bubbly. Turn off heat and stir in Parmesan cheese and spinach. Return chicken to the pan.
- Shred Squash: Cut cooled spaghetti squash in half lengthwise, remove seeds, and shred the flesh with a fork.
- Combine and Serve: Stir spaghetti squash into the cream sauce until well coated. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- You can cook the spaghetti squash ahead of time and reheat when needed.
- Roast the spaghetti squash in the oven at 350°F (177°C) for 45-60 minutes if preferred.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¼ of recipe
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg