Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Garlic Parmesan Stuffed Spaghetti Squash with Chicken and Spinach. This healthy dish features tender roasted spaghetti squash filled with a creamy, savory mixture of chicken, fresh spinach, and a blend of aromatic garlic and parmesan cheese. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, this recipe is not only low-carb but also bursting with flavor. With easy-to-follow instructions and customizable ingredients, you can make this dish your own while impressing friends and family. Enjoy a satisfying meal that feels indulgent yet fits into a health-conscious lifestyle.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium spaghetti squash
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 ounces fresh spinach
- 6 cloves garlic
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut spaghetti squash in half lengthwise, scoop out seeds, brush with olive oil, season, and place cut-side down on a baking sheet. Bake for 30-35 minutes until tender.
- While the squash bakes, sauté cubed chicken in butter until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, cook diced onion and garlic until fragrant. Add spinach; cook until wilted.
- Pour in chicken broth and stir in cream cheese, Greek yogurt, parmesan, thyme, and cooked chicken. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Scrape spaghetti-like flesh from baked squash halves and mix with the creamy filling. Fill each half with the mixture and top with extra parmesan.
- Return stuffed squashes to the oven for an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed half (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg