**Lemon Chicken Spaghetti Squash Recipe: A Delightful and Wholesome Dish**
Indulge in a culinary journey that combines the vibrant flavors of lemon, the tenderness of chicken, and the unique texture of spaghetti squash. This Lemon Chicken Spaghetti Squash recipe promises a delightful and wholesome dining experience. Our comprehensive guide includes step-by-step instructions, insightful cooking tips, and two additional variations – a vegetarian-friendly Lemon Spaghetti Squash recipe and a flavorful Lemon Chicken Piccata – to satisfy diverse culinary preferences. With a focus on fresh ingredients, simple cooking techniques, and a burst of zesty lemon, this recipe guarantees a satisfying meal that caters to various dietary needs.
CHICKEN PARM-STUFFED SPAGHETTI SQUASH RECIPE BY TASTY
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
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
LEMON CHICKEN & SPAGHETTI SQUASH RECIPE BY TASTY
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
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
LEMON CHICKEN SPAGHETTI
-Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Greendale, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large skillet, saute the chicken, onions and garlic in oil until chicken is no longer pink. Remove chicken with a slotted spoon; keep warm. Add broth to the skillet; bring to a boil and cook until reduced by half. Reduce heat; add cream. Cook and stir for 5 minutes., Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Add the peas, tomatoes, cheese and chicken to the cream mixture; heat through. Drain spaghetti; toss with chicken mixture. Sprinkle with lemon zest and lemon pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 289 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 265mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 19g protein.
LEMON CHICKEN AND SPAGHETTI SQUASH
Make and share this Lemon Chicken and Spaghetti Squash recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Sherry Vorick
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 375˚F/200˚C.
- 2. Poke several holes into the spaghetti squash. Microwave on high for 5 minutes.
- 3. Cut squash in half along the holes. Remove seeds with a spoon. Drizzle squash with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.
- 4. Place squash upside down on baking tray and bake for 40 minutes until soft. Let cool.
- 5. Using a skillet, cook the chicken breast on medium-high heat with a little olive oil for 6-8 minutes until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
- 6. Sauté onion for a few minutes. Add garlic and cook for a minute. Add tomatoes and cook for a couple minutes. Cook until onions are translucent.
- 7. Add lemon juice and chicken broth, and cook until the liquid partially reduces, about 20 minutes. Add chicken and cook for 2 minutes. Add spinach and cook for 2 minutes.
- 8. Using a fork, shred the inside of the squash.
- 9. Pour sauce over the squash. Serve immediately.
- 10. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 239.6, Fat 11.4, SaturatedFat 2.7, Cholesterol 46.4, Sodium 1169.6, Carbohydrate 16.4, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 4.7, Protein 20.1
Tips:
- Choose spaghetti squash with an even color and no blemishes.
- Pierce the squash with a fork several times before baking to allow steam to escape.
- To easily remove the spaghetti-like strands from the cooked squash, use a fork to scrape them out.
- If you don't have lemon pepper seasoning, you can make your own by combining equal parts lemon zest and black pepper.
- Feel free to add other vegetables to the dish, such as broccoli, cauliflower, or zucchini.
- To save time, you can use pre-cooked chicken or leftover rotisserie chicken.
- Serve with a side of crusty bread or a green salad.
Conclusion:
Lemon chicken spaghetti squash is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its bright flavors and tender texture, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.
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