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Golden Chicken Parmesan served over creamy Tuscan Spaghetti Squash with herbs and cheese for a light pasta-style meal.

Creamy Tuscan Spaghetti Squash Chicken Parmesan for Summer Nights


  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

This light summer recipe combines roasted spaghetti squash, tender chicken, and a creamy Tuscan Parmesan sauce for a flavorful, low-carb twist on classic Chicken Parmesan. Perfect for warm evenings, it delivers comfort and freshness in every bite.


Ingredients

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  • 1 medium spaghetti squash (about 3 lbs)
  • 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • ⅓ cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1½ tsp Italian seasoning
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • pinch crushed red pepper (optional)

  • Instructions

    1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

    2. Slice spaghetti squash lengthwise, remove seeds, drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and roast cut-side down for 35–40 minutes.

    3. Let squash cool, then rake out strands with a fork and set aside.

    4. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, then sear in a skillet with 1 tbsp olive oil over medium-high heat for 5–6 minutes per side until cooked through. Remove and slice.

    5. In the same skillet, sauté garlic in olive oil until fragrant, add sun-dried tomatoes, then pour in heavy cream and whisk to combine.

    6. Add spinach and cook until wilted, seasoning with salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper if using.

    7. Stir in spaghetti squash strands and sliced chicken, then mix in half the Parmesan until creamy.

    8. Transfer to an oven-safe dish, sprinkle with remaining Parmesan, and broil 2–3 minutes until golden, or serve directly from the skillet.

    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Cook Time: 45 minutes
    • Category: dinner
    • Method: baked
    • Cuisine: italian

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 cup
    • Calories: 350
    • Sugar: 5
    • Sodium: 450
    • Fat: 20
    • Saturated Fat: 10
    • Unsaturated Fat: 8
    • Trans Fat: 0
    • Carbohydrates: 15
    • Fiber: 4
    • Protein: 25
    • Cholesterol: 75

    Keywords: spaghetti squash, tuscan chicken, chicken parmesan, summer recipes, low carb, creamy sauce