Enchilada Stuffed Spaghetti Squash Recipe

Name: Enchilada Stuffed Spaghetti Squash
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 spaghetti squash; 1/2 seeds; 2 cups chicken cooked and shredded, optional, could be made vegetarian; 16 ounces Las Palmas Enchilada Sauce or your favorite sauce; 15 ounces low sodium black beans; 1/2 cup corn; 1/3 cup black olives; 1/4 cup cilantro torn, + more for garnish; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese reduced fat 2%; 2 avocados optional for topping

Servings: persons

2 spaghetti squash
1/2 seeds
2 cups chicken cooked and shredded, optional, could be made vegetarian
16 ounces Las Palmas Enchilada Sauce or your favorite sauce
15 ounces low sodium black beans
1/2 cup corn
1/3 cup black olives
1/4 cup cilantro torn, + more for garnish
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese reduced fat 2%
2 avocados optional for topping

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["If you don't have have your chicken already prepared or have leftovers, cook the chicken breasts and shred or dice.", "Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti squash. Two methods to cook the squash: #1- Microwave by placing squash in a baking dish, cut size down and fill the dish with an inch of water. Microwave on high for about 8-12 minutes (rotating a few times) or until the outside is soft enough to be pierced with a fork. #2- Brush inner flesh with oil, season with salt and pepper and roast in a 400 F oven, cut side up in a baking dish until tender, about 30-40 min.", "Mix together the chicken, enchilada sauce, beans, corn, olives, cilantro and cheese (save some of the cheese for topping).", "Scrap the sides of the spaghetti squash so the ""noodles"" are tossed and more loose.", "Divide the enchilada mixture between the squash boats and top with the extra cheese you saved.", "Broil in the oven until the cheese is melted and golden brown, about 2-3 minutes. Garnish with cilantro and top with avocado slices (if using)."]

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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: 2 spaghetti squash, 1/2 seeds, 2 cups chicken cooked and shredded, optional, could be made vegetarian, 16 ounces Las Palmas Enchilada Sauce or your favorite sauce, and more.

Yes, Enchilada Stuffed 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.

Enchilada Stuffed Spaghetti Squash

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