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Chicken Alfredo Spaghetti Squash

A healthy twist on traditional chicken alfredo using spaghetti squash instead of pasta.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Spaghetti Squash
  • 1 medium spaghetti squash
For the Chicken Alfredo Sauce
  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded or diced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Method
 

Prepare the Spaghetti Squash
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.
  2. Drizzle olive oil on the cut sides and season with salt and pepper. Place cut side down in a baking dish and roast for 30-40 minutes until tender.
Make the Alfredo Sauce
  1. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  2. Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Add the parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper, stirring until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
  3. Add the cooked chicken to the sauce and mix well.
Combine and Serve
  1. Once the spaghetti squash is cooked, use a fork to scrape out the strands.
  2. Top the spaghetti squash with the chicken alfredo sauce and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For added flavor, consider garnishing with fresh parsley or additional parmesan cheese.

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