Chicken Parmesan Spaghetti Squash

Name: Chicken Parmesan Spaghetti Squash
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 1 large spaghetti squash; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 24 ounces marinara sauce; 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning; ½ teaspoon garlic powder; salt and pepper to taste; 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts; 1 cup shredded Mozzarella cheese; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes; 2 tablespoons melted butter; 3 tablespoons Panko bread crumbs; ½ teaspoon dried parsley; 1 tablespoon shredded Parmesan cheese

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Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
1 hr
Total Time
1 hr 15 mins
Servings
6 servings
Calories
375 kcal
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
Italian

Chicken Parmesan Spaghetti Squash

Layla Henson

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Chicken Parmesan Spaghetti Squash is a filling and healthy dish for the whole family!

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Ingredients

Servings

1 large spaghetti squash 2 to 3 pounds
2 tablespoons olive oil divided
24 ounces marinara sauce or pasta sauce
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon garlic powder
salt and pepper to taste
1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into bite sized pieces
1 cup shredded Mozzarella cheese
1 tablespoon tomato paste
14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes with juices, 1 can

Topping

2 tablespoons melted butter
3 tablespoons Panko bread crumbs
½ teaspoon dried parsley or 1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon shredded Parmesan cheese

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Instructions

Mix all topping ingredients together. Set aside.
Preheat oven to 400°F.
Cut spaghetti squash in half lengthwise. Scoop out seeds and drizzle the cut side with oil. Season with salt and pepper. Place cut side down and bake 60 minutes or just until tender (or microwave per notes below).
Meanwhile, season chicken with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a skillet. Add chicken and cook 4-5 minutes or until lightly browned.
Add 2 cups marinara sauce, 1 tablespoon tomato paste and diced tomatoes. Simmer 10-15 minutes or until thickened.
Remove spaghetti squash from the oven and run a fork along the flesh to separate into strands. Toss with butter and salt & pepper.
Spoon spaghetti squash into a casserole dish and cover with the chicken mixture. Top with cheese and topping mixture. Bake 20 minutes or until heated through.

Notes

Spaghetti squash can vary in size, you may not need all of the marinara sauce. If your squash is large (or you'd like the dish to be more "saucy") you can add extra sauce.
To microwave spaghetti squash
Slice from top to bottom lengthwise, remove seeds with a spoon and discard.
Place squash in a casserole dish with ¼ cup water and cover with plastic wrap.
Microwave 6-10 minutes or until the squash is easily pierced through the skin with a fork. Proceed with recipe as directed.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 375 (19%) Carbohydrates 25g (8%) Protein 32g (64%) Fat 17g (26%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Cholesterol 98mg (33%) Sodium 1069mg (45%) Potassium 1144mg (33%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 12g (24%) Vitamin A 1079IU (22%) Vitamin C 19mg (21%) Calcium 197mg (20%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 375 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	375	19%
Carbohydrates	25g	8%
Protein	32g	64%
Fat	17g	26%
Saturated Fat	7g	35%
Cholesterol	98mg	33%
Sodium	1069mg	45%
Potassium	1144mg	24%
Fiber	5g	20%
Sugar	12g	24%
Vitamin A	1079IU	22%
Vitamin C	19mg	21%
Calcium	197mg	20%
Iron	3mg	17%