Description
This creamy chicken and broccoli Alfredo spaghetti squash is a low-carb comfort meal combining tender roasted squash strands, velvety Alfredo sauce, shredded chicken, and crisp-tender broccoli. It’s a simple weeknight casserole that fits Keto, Whole30, and Paleo diets without sacrificing indulgent flavor.
Ingredients
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper
2. Slice the spaghetti squash lengthwise, remove seeds, brush with olive oil and season with salt and pepper
3. Roast squash halves face down for 35-40 minutes until tender, then let cool slightly
4. Steam broccoli florets until bright green and tender, about 3 minutes, then drain
5. In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant
6. Stir in heavy cream and cream cheese, whisk until smooth and then add parmesan, whisking until sauce thickens
7. Season sauce with salt, pepper, and italian seasoning
8. Use a fork to scrape roasted squash into strands and place in a mixing bowl
9. Add shredded chicken, steamed broccoli, and Alfredo sauce to the bowl and toss to combine
10. Transfer mixture to a greased 9×13-inch casserole dish and sprinkle mozzarella evenly over the top
11. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes until hot and cheese is bubbly and golden
12. Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: main course
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: american
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 35
- Saturated Fat: 18
- Unsaturated Fat: 12
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 25
- Cholesterol: 120
Keywords: creamy chicken alfredo, broccoli alfredo, spaghetti squash, keto comfort dinner, low carb casserole, whole30 friendly, paleo dinner, easy weeknight meal, healthy comfort food, low carb
