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Bowl of creamy light chicken alfredo spaghetti squash topped with herbs for a paleo dinner recipe

Light Chicken Alfredo Spaghetti Squash (Whole 30 & Paleo Dinner)


  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

This light and creamy Chicken Alfredo with spaghetti squash fits both Whole 30 and Paleo meal plans while delivering all the rich flavor of a classic alfredo. Tender chicken, roasted squash noodles, and a dairy-free coconut milk sauce combine for a satisfying, guilt-free dinner.


Ingredients

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  • 1 large spaghetti squash (about 34 lbs)
  • 2 chicken breasts (about 1 lb total), boneless and skinless
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
  • 1 tbsp arrowroot starch (optional)
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • Fresh parsley or basil, chopped
  • Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Almond-parmesan or toasted almonds

  • Instructions

    1. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Slice the spaghetti squash lengthwise, scoop out seeds, drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, then place cut-side down on a baking sheet and roast for 35–40 minutes until tender.

    2. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook chicken 6–7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove, let rest, then slice into bite-sized pieces.

    3. In the same skillet, sauté garlic for 1 minute, then add coconut milk, nutritional yeast, and lemon juice. Whisk in arrowroot starch dissolved in water if using, and simmer for 5–6 minutes until smooth and lightly thickened. Adjust seasoning.

    4. Shred the roasted squash into noodle strands, add to the sauce, and toss to coat. Fold in sliced chicken, heat through for 2–3 minutes, and garnish with parsley, almond-parmesan, and red pepper flakes before serving.

    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Cook Time: 1 hour
    • Category: dinner
    • Method: roasting and sautéing
    • Cuisine: american

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 serving
    • Calories: 400
    • Sugar: 6
    • Sodium: 400
    • Fat: 28
    • Saturated Fat: 18
    • Unsaturated Fat: 10
    • Trans Fat: 0
    • Carbohydrates: 15
    • Fiber: 4
    • Protein: 30
    • Cholesterol: 75

    Keywords: light chicken alfredo, spaghetti squash, whole 30 dinner, paleo dinner, dairy-free alfredo, clean eating, healthy pasta alternative, gluten-free