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Tuscan Chicken and Spaghetti Squash

Tuscan Chicken and Spaghetti Squash

This Tuscan Chicken and Spaghetti Squash recipe combines hearty chicken with roasted spaghetti squash in a creamy, dreamy sauce.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: EVENING DINNERS
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Spaghetti Squash
  • 1 large spaghetti squash roasts to tender perfection
For the Chicken
  • 1.5 lb chicken breasts boneless and skinless
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil used for sautéing
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.5 cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
  • 0.75 cup heavy cream provides creaminess
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth enriches the sauce
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese grated
For the Greens
  • 2 cups fresh spinach lightly wilted
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 0.75 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

How to Make Tuscan Chicken and Spaghetti Squash
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the squash in half, remove the seeds, and brush the insides with olive oil. Place cut-side down on a baking sheet and roast for about 30-35 minutes until tender.
  2. While the squash is roasting, season your chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for about 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown, then remove from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Stir them around for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and the garlic is lightly golden.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring well. Allow the mixture to simmer gently for about 5 minutes, letting the flavors meld together.
  5. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and continue to simmer. The sauce should thicken nicely; keep stirring until it's creamy and smooth.
  6. Toss in the fresh spinach and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until just wilted.
  7. Place the seared chicken back into the skillet. Allow everything to simmer together for another 5-7 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
  8. Fluff the roasted spaghetti squash with a fork. Top with the creamy Tuscan chicken.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a creamier sauce, gradually incorporate the Parmesan cheese while stirring to prevent clumping.

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