Mediterranean Spaghetti Squash Recipe

Name: Mediterranean Spaghetti Squash
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 spaghetti squash, halved; 1 cup water; 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 1 pound chicken tenders, cut into bite-sized pieces; 1 sweet onion, chopped; 6 cloves garlic, chopped; 1 teaspoon hot sauce, or to taste; 1 (15 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped; 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon dried basil; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1 spaghetti squash, halved
1 cup water
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 pound chicken tenders, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 sweet onion, chopped
6 cloves garlic, chopped
1 teaspoon hot sauce, or to taste
1 (15 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2
Place spaghetti squash cut-side down in a baking pan. Pour water around squash.
3
Bake in the preheated oven until tender when pierced with a fork, about 45 minutes. Cool until easily handled, 5 to 10 minutes. Scrape out and discard seeds. Scrape flesh into strands with a fork.
4
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken; cook and stir until lightly browned, about 3 minutes per side.
5
Heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and hot sauce; cook and stir until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in squash strands, artichoke hearts, and red bell pepper. Season with oregano, basil, and thyme.
6
Stir chicken and Parmesan cheese into the saucepan. Cover and cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until flavors combine, about 5 minutes.

386

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 spaghetti squash, halved, 1 cup water, 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided, 1 pound chicken tenders, cut into bite-sized pieces, and more.

Yes, Mediterranean 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!

Mediterranean Spaghetti Squash

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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