Description
Tuscan Chicken and Spaghetti Squash is a mouthwatering dish that brings together tender chicken in a creamy sauce, paired with nutritious spaghetti squash for a satisfying, low-carb meal. This delightful recipe melds the richness of sun-dried tomatoes and spinach with a touch of Italian seasoning, creating a flavorful experience that’s perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests. With quick preparation and minimal cleanup, this one-pan wonder is not only delicious but also an excellent choice for those seeking healthy alternatives without sacrificing taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium spaghetti squash
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken (cut into bite-size pieces)
- Salt and pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 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
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti squash: Pierce the squash several times with a knife and microwave on high for 8–12 minutes until tender. Let cool.
- Season the chicken: Sprinkle salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning over chicken pieces.
- Cook the chicken: In a large skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for about 7 minutes or until no longer pink.
- Prepare the sauce: Remove chicken from pan; add remaining butter, garlic, and shallot to sauté for 1–2 minutes. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes before adding heavy cream; heat until bubbling.
- Finish the dish: Stir in Parmesan cheese and spinach, then return cooked chicken to the pan.
- Prepare spaghetti squash: Cut it in half lengthwise to remove seeds; scrape out strands with a fork.
- Combine everything: Mix spaghetti squash into the sauce until well coated; garnish with parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg