Chicken and Spaghetti Squash Skillet
Chicken and Spaghetti Squash Skillet balances tender strands of squash with juicy cherry tomatoes, sweet bell peppers, and fragrant fresh herbs. Ground chicken brings hearty protein while a sprinkle of Parmesan adds a salty, nutty finish. Serve it for a light weeknight dinner or a colorful weekend meal when you want pasta vibes without the heaviness.
- Prep30 mins
- Cook1 hr
- Serves6
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Chicken and Spaghetti Squash Skillet, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 51 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 28 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 100 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 54
- Heart Health
- 85
- Metabolic
- 56
- Digestive
- 29
- Inflammatory
- 46
- Performance
- 57
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Pierce the squash all over with a sharp knife for ventilation and place it on a rimmed baking sheet.
- 2
Bake in the preheated oven until tender when pierced with a knife, about 45 minutes.
- 3
While the squash bakes, combine parsley, basil, and oregano in a small bowl. Place cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, and onion in a separate bowl. Set both aside.
- 4
When the squash has about 10 minutes left, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir the chicken in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- 5
Remove the squash from the oven and let it cool slightly. Slice it in half and remove the seeds.
- 6
Add olive oil and garlic to the skillet used for the chicken; cook over medium heat until you can smell the garlic, about 1 minute. Add the fresh herb mixture and cook for 1 minute. Stir in the vegetable mixture and cook just until slightly softened, about 3 minutes. Add ground chicken.
- 7
Using a fork, shred one half of the spaghetti squash lengthwise into the skillet. Mix well and cook for about 2 minutes. Repeat with the remaining spaghetti squash.
- 8
Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper, and serve.
- Calories 378.87 kcal Moderate 19%
- Protein 17.34 g Good Source 35%
- Carbohydrate 55.12 g 20%
- Total Fat 13.63 g Moderate 17%
- Saturated Fat 3.56 g Moderate 18%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 38.01 mg Moderate 13%
- Sodium 305.81 mg Moderate 13%
- Dietary Fiber 12.11 g Good Source 43%
- Total Sugars 21.58 g --
- Added Sugars 0.08 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 293.24 mg Good Source 23%
- Iron 3.48 mg Moderate 19%
- Potassium 932.49 mg Moderate 20%
- Vitamin A 125.46 mcg Moderate 14%
- Vitamin C 46.94 mg Good Source 52%
- Vitamin D 0.08 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Chicken and Spaghetti Squash Skillet is made with 15 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 1 hr 30 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Cherry Tomato, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Fresh Basil, and Fresh Oregano. Each serving provides about 378.87 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Chicken and Spaghetti Squash Skillet made of?
- The main ingredients are Cherry Tomato, Extra-Virgin Olive Oil, Fresh Basil, Fresh Oregano, Fresh Parsley. The full list of 15 is above.
- How long does it take to make Chicken and Spaghetti Squash Skillet?
- About 1 hr 30 mins in total: 30 mins to prepare and 1 hr to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 378.87 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Chicken and Spaghetti Squash Skillet easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 15 ingredients and 8 steps.
- Is Chicken and Spaghetti Squash Skillet healthy?
- Chicken and Spaghetti Squash Skillet has an easyChef Pro health score of 55/100. Per serving, it provides 378.87 calories and 17.34 g of protein, or 35% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, calcium and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 305.81 mg (13% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 3.56 g (18% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Tomatoes, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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