Best 5 Baked Chicken With Spaghetti Squash Recipes

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Introducing a culinary masterpiece that harmonizes the tender flavors of chicken with the delicate strands of spaghetti squash – a low-carb alternative to pasta. This delectable dish not only tantalizes the taste buds but also caters to various dietary preferences. Embrace the goodness of baked chicken infused with aromatic herbs and spices, while spaghetti squash transforms into a delectable pasta substitute. Delve into the culinary journey of Baked Chicken with Spaghetti Squash, where taste meets health in perfect harmony.

Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our diverse recipe collection. Discover the classic Baked Chicken with Spaghetti Squash, where chicken and spaghetti squash are roasted to golden perfection. For a zesty twist, try our Lemon Herb Baked Chicken with Spaghetti Squash, where succulent chicken is coated in a vibrant blend of lemon, herbs, and garlic. If you crave a creamy indulgence, our Creamy Pesto Baked Chicken with Spaghetti Squash is a heavenly creation, combining pesto's nutty richness with the velvety texture of cream.

For those seeking a spicy kick, our Spicy Baked Chicken with Spaghetti Squash delivers a fiery sensation with its bold blend of chili, cumin, and paprika. And if you prefer a cheesy delight, our Cheesy Baked Chicken with Spaghetti Squash is a cheesy extravaganza, topped with melted mozzarella and Parmesan, providing a satisfying gooeyness in every bite.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHICKEN SPAGHETTI SQUASH



Chicken Spaghetti Squash image

In this twist on a classic Southern dish, the noodle-like strands of crisp-tender squash find their way into a creamy chicken and vegetable casserole.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 large spaghetti squash (about 2 1/2 pounds)
2 tablespoons olive oil
One 10-ounce package sliced mushrooms
1 red bell pepper, diced
4 scallions, thinly sliced, white and green parts separated
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup half-and-half
2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken (skin and bones discarded)
3 cups shredded Cheddar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Cut the squash in half crosswise using a serrated knife. Dig out and discard the seeds with a spoon. Place into an 8-by-8-inch microwave-safe casserole dish with 2 tablespoons water. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and microwave on high until the squash is very tender and the inside can easily be flaked with a fork, 13 to 14 minutes. Use a fork to scrap the sides of the squash, separating the strands. Leave the scraped strands in the squash. Drain and dry the casserole dish.
  • Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large oven-proof skillet over medium-high heat. Add the mushrooms and cook, stirring often, until they have released most of their moisture and start to brown, about 5 minutes. Add the bell pepper, scallion whites, cayenne pepper, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Cook, stirring, until the peppers are soft, about 5 minutes. Add the half-and-half and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer until the liquid has reduced slightly and starts to thicken, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Fold in the chicken and 2 cups Cheddar and stir until the cheese has melted. Add the spaghetti squash strands and stir until well combined. Transfer the squash mixture to the casserole dish and sprinkle the top with the remaining Cheddar. Bake until the cheese is melted and bubbling, 17 to 20 minutes. Let rest 5 minutes. Sprinkle with the scallion greens before serving.

BAKED SPAGHETTI SQUASH AND CHICKEN



Baked Spaghetti Squash and Chicken image

Provided by Food Network

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 1/2 pound spaghetti squash
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
Minced clove of garlic
1 cup chicken broth
12 ounces skinless boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/2 cup milk or heavy cream
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup (packed) fresh parsley or basil leaves
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. With a sharp knife, prick the squash in 2 to 3 places and set it on a baking pan. Bake for 30 minutes. Remove it from the oven, cut it in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Return the squash halves, cut side down, to the baking sheet and bake for another 30 minutes or until tender.
  • While the squash is cooking, heat the butter in a medium sized saucepan. Add the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring continuously. Add the garlic, broth and bring the mixture to a boil, whisking all the while. Add the chicken and simmer, uncovered, for 3 to 5 minutes or until chicken is cooked through. Remove from the heat and stir in the milk or heavy cream. Season with 1 teaspoon of salt and pepper to taste; set aside and reheat over low heat when you remove the squash from the oven.
  • Remove the squash from the oven. With a fork rake the squash until it separates fully into strands and only the shell remains. Transfer the strands to pasta bowls. Remove the chicken sauce from the heat, stir in the cheese and parsley or basil and adjust the seasoning. Serve the sauce over the strands of squash.

LEMON CHICKEN & SPAGHETTI SQUASH RECIPE BY TASTY



Lemon Chicken & Spaghetti Squash Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: spaghetti squash, olive oil, sea salt, black pepper, chicken breasts, medium yellow onion, garlic, sea salt, black pepper, cherry tomato, lemon, chicken broth, baby spinach

Provided by Mel Boyajian

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 spaghetti squash
olive oil
sea salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste
2 chicken breasts, cut into 1-2 in (2-5 cm) pieces
1 medium yellow onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon sea salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
3 cups cherry tomato, halved
½ lemon, juiced
1 cup chicken broth
8 oz baby spinach

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400˚F (200˚C).
  • Poke several holes in the spaghetti squash around the lengthwise center of the squash. Microwave on high for 5 minutes.
  • Cut the squash in half along the holes. Remove the seeds and pulp with a spoon. Drizzle the squash with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.
  • Place the squash cut-side down on baking sheet and bake for 40 minutes, until tender. Let cool.
  • Heat a bit of olive oil in a medium skillet over medium high heat. Add the chicken breast and cook for 6-8 minutes, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
  • Add a bit more oil and the onion and sauté for a few minutes, until starting to brown. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
  • Add the salt, pepper, and tomatoes and cook for a couple minutes, until the tomatoes start to release their juices.
  • Add the lemon juice and chicken broth and cook until the liquid reduces by about half, 20 minutes.
  • Add the chicken and cook for 2 minutes, then add the spinach and cook for 2 minutes, until wilted. Remove the pan from the heat.
  • Using 2 forks, shred the spaghetti squash and scoop out onto serving plates.
  • Pour the sauce over the squash. Serve immediately.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 489 calories, Carbohydrate 40 grams, Fat 24 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 28 grams, Sugar 14 grams

BAKED CHICKEN WITH SPAGHETTI SQUASH



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What a meal this is!! I love spaghetti squash anyway, so this is just a bonus to have it with the chicken parmesan, so tasty.

Provided by Chef mariajane

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 lbs spaghetti squash, halved lengthwise, and seeded
6 tablespoons caesar salad dressing, divided
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
4 chicken breasts, boneless, skinless (about 6 oz each)
1 1/3 cups tomato and herbs pasta sauce, divided
1/4 cup part-skimmed mozzarella cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F Line a large baking sheet with foil and spray with cooking spray. Arrange squash, cut side up, on baking sheet. Brush with 3 tablespoons dressing and sprinkle with garlic and pepper. Bake for 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, toss chicken in remaining dressing and marinate while squash is baking. Add chicken to baking sheet and bake 20 minutes. Spread 1/3 cup pasta sauce over chicken and sprinkle evenly with cheese. Bake until cheese is melted an squash is tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Drag a fork over squash to release the spaghetti-like strands; discard rinds. Serve chicken over squash. Warm remaining sauce and serve on the side.

CHICKEN PARM-STUFFED SPAGHETTI SQUASH RECIPE BY TASTY



Chicken Parm-Stuffed Spaghetti Squash Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: large spaghetti squash, boneless, skinless chicken breasts, eggs, flour, italian bread crumb, marinara sauce, shredded mozzarella cheese, grated parmesan cheese, italian seasoning, salt, pepper, oil

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Dinner

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 large spaghetti squash
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
2 eggs, beaten
flour
italian bread crumb
marinara sauce
shredded mozzarella cheese
grated parmesan cheese
italian seasoning, to taste
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
oil, for frying

Steps:

  • With a sharp knife, slice the squash in half. (If the squash is too tough - puncture in several places forming a dotted line around the squash. Microwave for 3-5 minutes to soften. Allow to cool before cutting in half - following the dotted line).
  • Scoop out the seeds - brush with oil, salt, and pepper.
  • Roast face down in a preheated oven at 375˚F (190˚C) for 35-40 minutes (until a fork can easily pierce the skin).
  • Meanwhile - Slice the chicken breasts into strips. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Place flour, beaten egg, and breadcrumbs into three separate bowls.
  • Coat each strip with flour, then egg, and then roll in bread crumbs.
  • Pour oil in a cast-iron skillet to come ¼ inch up the side. Heat the oil over medium-high heat.
  • Fry the chicken strips (in batches if necessary) until golden brown on all sides and cooked through. Transfer to paper towels and remove pan from heat.
  • Once the squash has finished roasting - remove from the oven and let it set for a few minutes before turing over and pulling at it with a fork.
  • Shred the inside of each squash, being careful not to poke through the skin.
  • Pour marinara sauce over shredded squash. Top with chicken strips, then more marinara, and finish with mozzarella and parmesan cheese, and a pinch of Italian seasoning.
  • Return to the oven to bake for 10-15 minutes until the cheese has melted.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 537 calories, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fat 25 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 56 grams, Sugar 7 grams

Tips:

  • Choose the right spaghetti squash: Look for spaghetti squash that is firm and has a deep yellow color. Avoid squash that has blemishes or soft spots.
  • Cook the spaghetti squash properly: To ensure that the spaghetti squash is cooked through, bake it for at least 45 minutes, or until it is tender when pierced with a fork. You can also microwave the squash for 10-12 minutes, or until it is tender.
  • Use a fork to scrape the spaghetti squash: Once the squash is cooked, use a fork to scrape the flesh into spaghetti-like strands. This is easiest to do when the squash is still hot.
  • Season the spaghetti squash: Before adding the spaghetti squash to the chicken mixture, season it with salt, pepper, and any other desired seasonings. This will help to enhance the flavor of the dish.
  • Don't overcook the chicken: The chicken should be cooked through, but not overcooked. Overcooked chicken will be dry and tough.
  • Serve the dish immediately: Baked chicken with spaghetti squash is best served immediately after it is made. This will ensure that the dish is hot and fresh.

Conclusion:

Baked chicken with spaghetti squash is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its combination of protein, vegetables, and healthy fats, this dish is sure to satisfy everyone at the table.

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