If you are looking for a low-carb alternative to your beloved chicken parmesan, look no further than this recipe using spaghetti squash. Spaghetti squash is an amazing vegetable that provides a healthy alternative to traditional pasta, and it boasts a deliciously mild flavor that blends well with a variety of sauces and toppings. In this recipe, the spaghetti squash is cooked in a flavorful parmesan cheese sauce and then topped with crispy chicken parmesan. The result is a satisfying and healthier dish that is also surprisingly easy to make.
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CHICKEN PARM-STUFFED SPAGHETTI SQUASH RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: large spaghetti squash, boneless, skinless chicken breasts, eggs, flour, italian bread crumb, marinara sauce, shredded mozzarella cheese, grated parmesan cheese, italian seasoning, salt, pepper, oil
Provided by Tasty
Categories Dinner
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- With a sharp knife, slice the squash in half. (If the squash is too tough - puncture in several places forming a dotted line around the squash. Microwave for 3-5 minutes to soften. Allow to cool before cutting in half - following the dotted line).
- Scoop out the seeds - brush with oil, salt, and pepper.
- Roast face down in a preheated oven at 375˚F (190˚C) for 35-40 minutes (until a fork can easily pierce the skin).
- Meanwhile - Slice the chicken breasts into strips. Season with salt and pepper.
- Place flour, beaten egg, and breadcrumbs into three separate bowls.
- Coat each strip with flour, then egg, and then roll in bread crumbs.
- Pour oil in a cast-iron skillet to come ¼ inch up the side. Heat the oil over medium-high heat.
- Fry the chicken strips (in batches if necessary) until golden brown on all sides and cooked through. Transfer to paper towels and remove pan from heat.
- Once the squash has finished roasting - remove from the oven and let it set for a few minutes before turing over and pulling at it with a fork.
- Shred the inside of each squash, being careful not to poke through the skin.
- Pour marinara sauce over shredded squash. Top with chicken strips, then more marinara, and finish with mozzarella and parmesan cheese, and a pinch of Italian seasoning.
- Return to the oven to bake for 10-15 minutes until the cheese has melted.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 537 calories, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fat 25 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 56 grams, Sugar 7 grams
CHICKEN PARMESAN WITH SPAGHETTI SQUASH
I grow spaghetti squash and herbs in my garden every year, so this recipe is the perfect way to use them up. -Kristina Krummel, Elkins, Arkansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Halve squash lengthwise; discard seeds. Place squash on a microwave-safe plate, cut side down; microwave on high until tender, about 15 minutes. Cool slightly., Meanwhile, sprinkle chicken with parsley, oregano and basil. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add chicken; cook 7-9 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 165°. Stir in pasta sauce; sprinkle with cheeses. Cover and cook until cheese is melted, 3-5 minutes., Separate strands of squash with a fork. Serve with chicken and sauce. If desired, top with chopped parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 501 calories, Fat 19g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 109mg cholesterol, Sodium 704mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 43g protein.
CHICKEN SPAGHETTI SQUASH
In this twist on a classic Southern dish, the noodle-like strands of crisp-tender squash find their way into a creamy chicken and vegetable casserole.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 1h20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Cut the squash in half crosswise using a serrated knife. Dig out and discard the seeds with a spoon. Place into an 8-by-8-inch microwave-safe casserole dish with 2 tablespoons water. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and microwave on high until the squash is very tender and the inside can easily be flaked with a fork, 13 to 14 minutes. Use a fork to scrap the sides of the squash, separating the strands. Leave the scraped strands in the squash. Drain and dry the casserole dish.
- Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large oven-proof skillet over medium-high heat. Add the mushrooms and cook, stirring often, until they have released most of their moisture and start to brown, about 5 minutes. Add the bell pepper, scallion whites, cayenne pepper, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Cook, stirring, until the peppers are soft, about 5 minutes. Add the half-and-half and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer until the liquid has reduced slightly and starts to thicken, 5 to 7 minutes.
- Fold in the chicken and 2 cups Cheddar and stir until the cheese has melted. Add the spaghetti squash strands and stir until well combined. Transfer the squash mixture to the casserole dish and sprinkle the top with the remaining Cheddar. Bake until the cheese is melted and bubbling, 17 to 20 minutes. Let rest 5 minutes. Sprinkle with the scallion greens before serving.
SPAGHETTI SQUASH CHICKEN PARM
An Italian classic lightened up. This spaghetti squash chicken Parm will soon become a regular dinner in your household.
Provided by Megan Olson
Categories Chicken Parmesan
Time 1h10m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Spray spaghetti squash flesh with cooking spray, then place cut-sides down on the prepared baking sheet. Cover with foil.
- Roast in the preheated oven until tender when pierced with a fork, 40 to 45 minutes.
- After the squash has been cooking for about 20 minutes, place egg whites in a shallow bowl. Combine almond flour, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper in a second bowl.
- Dip each chicken breast in egg whites, then move to flour mixture and coat completely.
- Heat olive oil in a large saute pan over medium heat. Add chicken breasts and cook until they begin to brown slightly, about 7 minutes. Flip and cook until golden brown on the other sides, 7 to 8 more minutes.
- As the chicken is cooking, combine tomatoes, garlic, parsley, and Italian seasoning in a large saucepan over medium-low heat; cook until hot, 7 to 10 minutes.
- Remove squash from the oven and use a fork to shred the flesh directly into the sauce. Mix until well coated and heated through, about 5 minutes.
- Spoon squash-sauce mixture onto 5 plates and top each with a chicken breast.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 382.1 calories, Carbohydrate 28.7 g, Cholesterol 82 mg, Fat 14.5 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 37.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 802.1 mg, Sugar 0.6 g
CHICKEN PARMESAN WITH SPAGHETTI SQUASH BY PREVENTION
This dish will satisfy your Italian cravings without spiking your blood sugar. Significantly reduce the glycemic impact of starchy spaghetti by replacing it with wholesome spaghetti squash. Top with a moist chicken cutlet, a splash of sauce, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese for a slimmed-down version of the classic.
Provided by chrish574
Categories Chicken
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. PLACE the chicken in a 13" x 9" baking dish and pierce in several places with a fork. Pour the buttermilk over the chicken and turn to coat both sides. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
- 2. PLACE the squash, cut sides up, in a microwaveable dish. Cover with plastic wrap and microwave for 25 minutes, or until forktender. Using a fork, scrape the flesh from the squash. Keep warm.
- 3. MEANWHILE, preheat the oven to 375°F.
- 4. IN a shallow dish, combine the flour, 1/4 cup of the cheese, the garlic powder, and seasoning salt. Dredge the chicken in the flour mixture, then return to the pan with the buttermilk, then coat again with flour. Place in another large baking dish coated with cooking spray. Spoon about 2 tablespoons spaghetti sauce onto each chicken breast and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
- 5. BAKE for 25 minutes, or until a thermometer inserted in the thickest portion registers 160°F and the juices run clear.
- 6. MEANWHILE, heat the remaining sauce in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Serve with the chicken and spaghetti squash.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 338.4, Fat 8.1, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 85.2, Sodium 543.6, Carbohydrate 33.1, Fiber 2, Sugar 6.6, Protein 32.2
Tips:
- Choose the right spaghetti squash. Look for a squash that is firm and has a deep yellow color. Avoid squash that has blemishes or soft spots.
- Cook the spaghetti squash properly. There are a few different ways to cook spaghetti squash, but the most popular method is to roast it in the oven. To do this, preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and cut the squash in half lengthwise. Scoop out the seeds and drizzle the squash with olive oil. Place the squash cut-side down on a baking sheet and roast for about 45 minutes, or until the flesh is tender.
- Make sure your chicken is cooked through. Chicken parmesan is a dish that is typically served with cooked chicken, so it's important to make sure that the chicken is cooked through before you add it to the dish. You can check to see if the chicken is cooked by inserting a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the chicken. The chicken is cooked through when the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Use a good quality marinara sauce. The marinara sauce is one of the key components of chicken parmesan, so it's important to use a good quality sauce. If you don't have time to make your own marinara sauce, there are a number of good quality jarred marinara sauces available at most grocery stores.
- Don't skimp on the cheese. Cheese is another essential ingredient in chicken parmesan, so don't be afraid to use a lot of it. The type of cheese that you use is up to you, but mozzarella cheese is a popular choice.
Conclusion:
Chicken parmesan with spaghetti squash is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The spaghetti squash provides a healthy alternative to pasta, and the chicken parmesan is a classic dish that is always a crowd-pleaser. If you're looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy chicken parmesan, give this recipe a try.
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