Description
Tuscan Chicken and Spaghetti Squash is a delectable and healthy dish that captures the essence of Italian cuisine right in your kitchen. This creamy, low-carb, and gluten-free recipe features tender chicken simmered in a rich sauce made with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and Parmesan cheese, all served over spaghetti squash for a delightful twist on traditional pasta. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this meal is not only flavorful but also easy to prepare. Enjoy a satisfying yet nutritious option that will impress both your family and guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium spaghetti squash
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 shallot (minced)
- 2 tablespoons sun-dried tomatoes (drained and julienne cut)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 ounces baby spinach
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti squash by piercing it several times and microwaving on high for 8–12 minutes until tender. Allow it to cool.
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. In a large skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat and cook the chicken until no longer pink (about 7 minutes).
- Remove chicken from the skillet; add remaining butter along with garlic and shallot. Cook until softened (1–2 minutes), then add sun-dried tomatoes.
- Stir in heavy cream and bring to a simmer before mixing in Parmesan cheese and spinach.
- Scrape strands from the cooled spaghetti squash into the sauce, combine well, then serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Microwaving/Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg