Description
This Chicken and Spinach Spaghetti Squash Alfredo offers a delightful twist on the classic chicken Alfredo, making it a healthier, lower-carb option. Featuring tender roasted spaghetti squash and a creamy sauce enriched with spinach, this dish delivers comfort food without the guilt. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, it’s quick to prepare and packed with flavor. You’ll love how easy it is to whip up this nutritious meal that satisfies cravings while keeping things light.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large spaghetti squash
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cups baby spinach
- 2 ounces low-fat cream cheese
- 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil.
- Halve the spaghetti squash, remove seeds, season with salt and pepper, and place cut side down on the baking sheet. Roast for 35-45 minutes until tender.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sauté chicken until nearly cooked through, then add spinach and cook until wilted.
- Stir in cream cheese and Parmesan until melted; mix in cooked spaghetti squash.
- Top with mozzarella cheese; cover until melted or broil lightly for browning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg