Easy Cheesy Chili Stuffed Spaghetti Squash
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
55 mins
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Total Time
1 hr
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Servings
2 servings
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Calories
596 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Easy Cheesy Chili Stuffed Spaghetti Squash
Description
The preparation begins by halving and roasting a medium spaghetti squash at 400°F until the flesh softens and can be shredded into strands with a fork. Meanwhile, chili is warmed separately. The roasted squash halves are rubbed lightly with olive oil on the cut sides before baking face-down for approximately 40 minutes.
After roasting, the squash strands are filled with chili and sprinkled with grated pepper jack and cheddar cheeses, which melt into the chili’s warmth. Crushed corn chips atop the cheese add a crunchy texture contrast. Serving suggestions include fresh garnishes such as parsley, sliced jalapeños, pico de gallo, avocado slices, salsa, cilantro, and either sour cream or Greek yogurt to complement the smoky and spicy flavors.
This dish can be customized in spice level and toppings, making it suitable for different preferences. It pairs well with sides like homemade cornbread for a complete meal. Nutritional values depend on chili and toppings used.
Ingredients
- 1 spaghetti squash approx. 2 pounds, medium
- 2 cups chili vegetarian or classic variety
- 2 oz pepper jack cheese grated
- 1 oz cheddar cheese grated
- corn chips crushed, for topping
- parsley if desired, fresh, to garnish
OPTIONAL EXTRAS
- jalapeño sliced
- red pepper flakes crushed
- onion red, chopped
- Pico de Gallo
- avocado sliced
- salsa
- cilantro fresh
- sour cream if vegetarian/t-rex, or Greek yogurt
- cheddar cheese if vegetarian/t-rex, shredded
- tortilla chip crushed
- corn chips
Instructions
- Pre-heat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Slice your spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. For easy cutting, feel free to stick each squash in the microwave for 3-5 minutes to soften it up just a tad (you can also stab it a few times to vent the steam which helps) - The knife slides through way easier this way!
- Next grab a lipped baking sheet or a rimmed baking dish.
- Rub the cut side of the squash with a teeny bit of olive oil.
- Place inside a baking dish or atop rimmed baking sheet and roast face-down for about 40 minutes, or until tender and easily pierced with a fork. Cooking time will vary a bit depending on the size of your squash, and larger squash will need to roast a bit longer to tenderize. Don't stress the timing too much since you can always bake it longer if needed. Once ready, the once rock-hard exterior of the squash will be visibly softened with a tender interior.
- While the squash roasts, warm up your chili.
- Once squash is done roasting, allow to cool until easily handled or pop on an oven mit and use a fork to separate and fluff the strands of spaghetti squash.
- Stir in your chili and top with shredded cheese.
- Bake at 350 degrees F for around 15-20 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
- For a golden cheesy topping, flip your oven to broil on high for just a minute or two until lightly browned.
- Add all your favorite chili toppings from the list above and dig in!
Notes
- You can adjust the spice level by selecting different chili varieties and toppings like jalapeños and red pepper flakes.
- Consider serving with homemade cornbread to complement the stuffed squash.
- Nutrition facts vary depending on the chili and toppings chosen; use a nutrition calculator for accuracy.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 596 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 596kcal | 30% |
| Carbohydrates | 49g | 16% |
| Protein | 31g | 62% |
| Fat | 33g | 51% |
| Saturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 90mg | 30% |
| Sodium | 1331mg | 55% |
| Potassium | 999mg | 21% |
| Fiber | 8g | 32% |
| Sugar | 16g | 32% |
| Vitamin A | 939IU | 19% |
| Vitamin C | 14mg | 16% |
| Calcium | 495mg | 50% |
| Iron | 7mg | 39% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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