Tuscan Chicken and Spaghetti Squash: A Healthy Twist on Comfort Food
	
		A delicious and healthy twist on traditional comfort food, featuring tender chicken and roasted spaghetti squash.
	 
	
		
							- Author: Souzan
 
							- Prep Time: 15 minutes
 
							- Cook Time: 40 minutes
 
							- Total Time: 55 minutes
 
							- Yield: 4 servings 1x
 
							- Category: Main Dish
 
							- Method: Roasting and sautéing
 
							- Cuisine: Italian
 
							- Diet: Low-carb, Gluten-free
 
					
	 
	
		
		
			
- 1 pound chicken breast
 
- 1 medium spaghetti squash
 
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
 
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
 
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
 
- 1 cup spinach
 
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
 
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
 
		 
	 
	
		
		
			
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
 
- Cut the spaghetti squash in half and remove the seeds. Drizzle olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
 
- Place squash cut-side down on a baking sheet and roast for 30-40 minutes.
 
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and cook chicken until browned and cooked through.
 
- Add garlic, cherry tomatoes, and spinach to the skillet, and sauté until the tomatoes soften.
 
- Season with Italian seasoning, then mix in the cooked chicken.
 
- Once the squash is done, use a fork to scrape out the strands and add to the chicken mixture.
 
- Mix well, garnish with Parmesan cheese, and serve hot.
 
		 
	 
	
		Notes
		
			
- Can substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu for a different protein.
 
- Great for meal prep; can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
 
		 
	 
	
		Nutrition
		
							- Serving Size: 1 bowl
 
							- Calories: 320
 
							- Sugar: 3g
 
							- Sodium: 600mg
 
							- Fat: 12g
 
							- Saturated Fat: 3g
 
							- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
 
							- Trans Fat: 0g
 
							- Carbohydrates: 18g
 
							- Fiber: 5g
 
							- Protein: 30g
 
							- Cholesterol: 80mg
 
					
	 
	
		Keywords: Tuscan Chicken, Spaghetti Squash, Healthy Recipe