How to Make Spaghetti Squash with Chicken and Veggies - A Step-by-Step Guide

Spaghetti squash is a versatile and delicious alternative to traditional pasta, with a unique texture and slightly sweet flavor that pairs perfectly with a variety of ingredients. This recipe for Spaghetti Squash with Chicken and Veggies is a wonderful way to enjoy this versatile vegetable while creating a healthy and satisfying meal for your family.

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Ingredients

  • 1 large spaghetti squash, halved and seeded
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided, or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon dried parsley, or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon dried oregano, or to taste
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 3 cups chopped broccoli
  • 2 cups chopped fresh spinach
  • 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
  • ½ cup finely chopped fresh basil
  • 1 large bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch squares
  • ½ medium onion, chopped, or to taste
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place spaghetti squash, cut-sides up, in a 9x13-inch baking dish. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil and use a basting brush to coat. Sprinkle with dried parsley and oregano.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until tender and the flesh easily separates from the skin, 60 to 75 minutes.
  • When the squash has 15 minutes remaining, heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken to the hot skillet and cook until juices run clear, 8 to 10 minutes. Add broccoli, spinach, mushrooms, basil, bell pepper, onion, and garlic. Cover and cook until veggies are softened to desired consistency, 3 to 8 minutes.
  • Remove squash from the oven and use a fork to pull flesh into a bowl. Top with chicken and vegetable mixture and serve.
  • Nutrition

    404 cal.

    • Total Fat: 18g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 70mg
    • Sodium: 187mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 41g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 26g
    • Vitamin C: 111mg
    • Calcium: 191mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 1185mg