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Chicken Alfredo Spaghetti Squash

Rich, creamy, and so delicious, chicken Alfredo spaghetti squash is the ultimate pasta-inspired healthy meal!
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Course: Clean Eating Lunch Recipes
Cuisine: Italian
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 805kcal
Author: Violet Parcha

Ingredients

"Pasta"

  • Large spaghetti squash
  • 1 tablespoon cooking oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper

Chicken

  • 1 pound chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons cooking oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper

Sauce

  • 3 cups shredded parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 7 tablespoons butter
  • 3 minced garlic cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

  • "Pasta": Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Cut the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and remove the seeds.
  • Drizzle oil over the inside of the squash halves and season with salt and pepper.
  • Place them on a baking sheet, cut side down, and poke some holes in the shells with a fork.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes.
  • Chicken: Heat oil in a large skillet on medium heat, and, when it's hot, place the chicken breasts in the pan. Season the chicken with the salt, pepper, and spices.
  • Cook the chicken undisturbed for 7-8 minutes until the bottom is starting to turn brown.
  • Flip it over and add butter to the skillet. Cook for another 7-8 minutes until it's fully cooked and then transfer the chicken to a cutting board to rest.
  • Sauce: Turn the skillet down to medium-low heat and add the butter, cream, minced garlic, spices, salt, and pepper. Whisk until the butter is melted and the mixture is smooth.
  • Bring the sauce to a slow simmer, and cook for 3-5 minutes until it's starting to thicken, whisking frequently.
  • Add the shredded parmesan cheese and whisk until it's completely melted.
  • Assemble: When the squash is done, using two forks, scrape the squash "noodles" out of the shells.
  • Place the squash in a bowl and stir in the sauce. Then evenly divide the squash between the spaghetti squash shells.
  • Slice the chicken and neatly arrange it on top of the squash.

Notes

You can substitute milk for the heavy cream, but the sauce won't be as rich and creamy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 805kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 42g | Fat: 65g | Saturated Fat: 36g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 25g | Trans Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 223mg | Sodium: 1171mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 7g
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