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Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Stuffed Spaghetti Squash

Spaghetti squash stuffed with a creamy, cheesy, chicken and broccoli filling and topped with more cheese!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time55 minutes
Total Time1 hour 10 minutes
Course: Chicken + Poultry, Dinners
Cuisine: American
Keyword: broccoli, chicken, spaghetti squash
Servings: 3 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 large spaghetti squash
  • 1 large boneless skinless chicken breast, or 2 small, cut into bite sized pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped shallot
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes use 1/2 teaspoon if you want it spicier
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 ounce low fat cream cheese room temperature
  • 1/4 cup low sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • Kosher salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

Spaghetti Squash

  • Preheat oven to 400° F. and line a baking sheet with foil.
  • Cut the spaghetti squash in half and scoop out the seeds.
  • Rub or spray the interior with oil and season with kosher salt and black pepper.
  • Place the halves cut side down on the baking sheet and roast in the oven for approximately 30-40 minutes or until a knife can be inserted in the flesh easily.
  • Remove from the oven and let the squash cool until it can be handled.
  • Using a fork scoop out the flesh in long strands and put them in a bowl.
  • Place the skin/shell back on the baking sheet and set aside.

Chicken and Broccoli Filling

  • Preheat oven to broil.
  • Spray a large non-stick skillet with oil and heat over medium high heat.
  • When the skillet is hot add in the chicken, season with salt and pepper and sauté until cooked through.
  • Remove the chicken from the skillet onto a plate.
  • Turn the heat down to medium and add a couple teaspoons of olive oil to the skillet.
  • Swirl the oil to coat the bottom of the skillet then add in the shallot, garlic and red pepper flakes.
  • Sauté for about a minute then add in the broccoli florets.
  • Season with salt and pepper then add in a couple tablespoons of water and cover with a lid.
  • Let the broccoli steam for about 2 minutes, then uncover and add the chicken back in.
  • Add in the cream cheese and chicken broth and stir everything until smooth and a sauce starts to form.
  • Add in half of the shredded cheese and stir until melted.
  • Remove from the heat and stir in the Greek yogurt until combined.
  • Taste for seasoning then pour the filling into the bowl with the spaghetti squash strands and stir together until combined.
  • Divide the filling evenly into the spaghetti squash shells and top with the remaining shredded cheese.
  • Broil in the oven until the cheese is melted then serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 377kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.003g | Cholesterol: 61mg | Sodium: 408mg | Potassium: 846mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 1157IU | Vitamin C: 63mg | Calcium: 427mg | Iron: 2mg