Pesto Spaghetti Squash with Chicken Sausage
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
30 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
1 hr
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Servings
4 people
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Calories
480 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Pesto Spaghetti Squash with Chicken Sausage
Description
This dish uses spaghetti squash cooked either in the oven or Instant Pot to create noodle-like strands as a base. The pesto combines avocado with traditional pesto ingredients blended until smooth, giving the sauce a creamy texture without cheese. Chicken sausage slices are cooked with diced white onions until tender and browned, adding protein and a savory, mildly spicy element. Mixing the pesto, sausage, and squash noodles together distributes the flavors evenly.
The texture contrasts between the soft but slightly firm squash strands and the meaty, browned sausage pieces bring a satisfying mouthfeel. Fresh cherry tomatoes and optional Parmesan cheese add bright, fresh notes and a bit of richness on top. The dish is presented simply, either in bowls or spaghetti squash shells for a rustic touch.
The recipe suggests flexibility in pesto choice and cooking methods for the squash. The combination works well for a balanced lunch or dinner offering vegetables, protein, and healthy fats from the avocado pesto.
Ingredients
For the spaghetti Squash
- 1 (2-3lb) spaghetti squash cooked
- 2 Tbsp. olive oil
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/2 tsp. black pepper
- 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
- 12 oz. chicken sausage links sliced and cut into half moons
- 1/2 white onion about 1/2 cup, diced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomato diced, for garnish
- Parmesan Cheese optional, for garnish
Avocado Pesto
Instructions
- First you will cook the spaghetti squash. I wrote a whole blog post on how to make spaghetti squash! (My favorite way is in the oven or Instant Pot, see notes).
- While the spaghetti squash is cooking you can make the pesto. In a food processor or powerful blender, mix all of the ingredients for the avocado pesto together until smooth. Adjust olive oil and seasonings to your preference.
- In a frying pan over medium heat, add 1 Tbsp. olive oil, white onion and the sausage. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until the sausage is cooked and onion is soft.
- In a large bowl, combine the squash noodles with the pesto and chicken sausage. Mix well.
- Serve up in bowls garnished with diced tomatoes and Parmesan or serve in the spaghetti squash boats for fun!
Notes
- This recipe uses a creamy avocado pesto, but you can substitute store-bought or other homemade pesto to suit your taste.
- Cooking methods for spaghetti squash include oven roasting or Instant Pot steaming, choose your preferred technique.
- Garnish with diced cherry tomatoes and Parmesan cheese to add freshness and extra flavor.
- The recipe is inspired by Tastes Lovely and accommodates variations in sausage and pesto flavors.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 480 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 480kcal | 24% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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