
Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Stuffed Spaghetti Squash
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Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Stuffed Spaghetti Squash
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Spaghetti squash stuffed with a creamy, cheesy, chicken and broccoli filling and topped with more cheese!
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Ingredients
- 1 large spaghetti squash
- 1 large boneless skinless chicken breast, or 2 small, cut into bite sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup finely chopped shallot
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes use 1/2 teaspoon if you want it spicier
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 ounce low fat cream cheese room temperature
- 1/4 cup low sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup plain greek yogurt
- Kosher salt and black pepper to taste
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Instructions
Spaghetti Squash
- Preheat oven to 400° F. and line a baking sheet with foil.
- Cut the spaghetti squash in half and scoop out the seeds.
- Rub or spray the interior with oil and season with kosher salt and black pepper.
- Place the halves cut side down on the baking sheet and roast in the oven for approximately 30-40 minutes or until a knife can be inserted in the flesh easily.
- Remove from the oven and let the squash cool until it can be handled.
- Using a fork scoop out the flesh in long strands and put them in a bowl.
- Place the skin/shell back on the baking sheet and set aside.
Chicken and Broccoli Filling
- Preheat oven to broil.
- Spray a large non-stick skillet with oil and heat over medium high heat.
- When the skillet is hot add in the chicken, season with salt and pepper and sauté until cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet onto a plate.
- Turn the heat down to medium and add a couple teaspoons of olive oil to the skillet.
- Swirl the oil to coat the bottom of the skillet then add in the shallot, garlic and red pepper flakes.
- Sauté for about a minute then add in the broccoli florets.
- Season with salt and pepper then add in a couple tablespoons of water and cover with a lid.
- Let the broccoli steam for about 2 minutes, then uncover and add the chicken back in.
- Add in the cream cheese and chicken broth and stir everything until smooth and a sauce starts to form.
- Add in half of the shredded cheese and stir until melted.
- Remove from the heat and stir in the Greek yogurt until combined.
- Taste for seasoning then pour the filling into the bowl with the spaghetti squash strands and stir together until combined.
- Divide the filling evenly into the spaghetti squash shells and top with the remaining shredded cheese.
- Broil in the oven until the cheese is melted then serve.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
377kcal
(19%)
Carbohydrates
33g
(11%)
Protein
24g
(48%)
Fat
19g
(29%)
Saturated Fat
8g
(40%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
7g
Trans Fat
0.003g
Cholesterol
61mg
(20%)
Sodium
408mg
(17%)
Potassium
846mg
(24%)
Fiber
7g
(28%)
Sugar
13g
(26%)
Vitamin A
1157IU
(23%)
Vitamin C
63mg
(70%)
Calcium
427mg
(43%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 3servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 377 kcal
% Daily Value*
Calories | 377kcal | 19% |
Carbohydrates | 33g | 11% |
Protein | 24g | 48% |
Fat | 19g | 29% |
Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
Trans Fat | 0.003g | 0% |
Cholesterol | 61mg | 20% |
Sodium | 408mg | 17% |
Potassium | 846mg | 18% |
Fiber | 7g | 28% |
Sugar | 13g | 26% |
Vitamin A | 1157IU | 23% |
Vitamin C | 63mg | 70% |
Calcium | 427mg | 43% |
Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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