Chicken and Spaghetti Squash Recipe

Name: Chicken and Spaghetti Squash
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (4 lb) spaghetti squash; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 10 ounces sliced white mushrooms; 3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced; 2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans Italian-style diced tomatoes; 3 (1/2 lb) boneless skinless chicken breasts; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes; ½ cup fresh basil leaf; ½ cup parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1
Heat oven to 350F.
2
Cut squash in half lengthwise.
3
Scoop out seeds with a spoon and discard.
4
Place squash halves, cut side down, in a 13x9x2 baking dish and add 1/2 cup of water.
5
Cover tightly with foil; bake at 350F for 50 to 60 minutes, until tender.
6
While squash is baking, make sauce.
7
Heat olive oil in a lrage non stick skillet over medium high heat.
8
Add mushrooms and garlic and saute for 5 minutes, stirring often.
9
Stir in tomatoes, chicken, salt and red pepper flakes.
10
Cook 5 minutes uncovered over medium heat stirring until chicken reaches 160F on an instant read thermometer.
11
Tear basil into bite size pieces; stir into sauce.
12
To serve, carefully remove cooked squash from baking dish and shred with a fork into strands.
13
Place in a large bowl.
14
Dived among plates and top with chicken mixture.
15
Sprinkle with cheese on top.

387

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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: 1 (4 lb) spaghetti squash, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 10 ounces sliced white mushrooms, 3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Chicken and Spaghetti Squash falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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!

Chicken and Spaghetti Squash

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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