Description
A lighter twist on classic Alfredo, this Chicken & Spinach Alfredo Spaghetti Squash Bake combines tender chicken, roasted squash, fresh spinach, and a creamy cheese sauce for a wholesome yet comforting dinner.
Ingredients
1 large spaghetti squash (about 5 cups)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
3 cups baby spinach
Kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper, to taste
2 ounces low fat cream cheese
1/3 cup low fat milk or milk of choice
1/4 cup shredded Cabot Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup plain low fat Greek yogurt
1/2 cup Tillamook part skim mozzarella cheese
Chopped parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with foil. Spray lightly with cooking oil.
2. Cut spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out seeds. Season with salt and pepper, place cut-side down on baking sheet, and roast until tender, about 35–45 minutes.
3. Let squash cool 10 minutes, then scrape strands with a fork.
4. Combine Italian seasoning, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Toss chicken pieces with spice mix.
5. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until almost done. Add spinach and cook until wilted and chicken is fully cooked.
6. Lower heat to medium. Add cream cheese, Cabot Parmesan, and milk. Stir until sauce forms.
7. Add roasted spaghetti squash strands and Greek yogurt to the skillet. Toss everything together until coated in sauce.
8. Sprinkle Tillamook mozzarella on top. Cover skillet with lid for 2–3 minutes or broil in oven until cheese melts and turns golden.
9. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve.
Notes
Spaghetti squash can be roasted in advance and refrigerated for up to 4 days.
Freeze cooked squash strands for up to 2 months. Press with paper towels before use to reduce moisture.
For stronger flavor, add extra Parmesan or swap in Tillamook Swiss cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Chicken + Poultry, Dinners
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American