CHICKEN ENCHILADA-STUFFED SPAGHETTI SQUASH

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Chicken Enchilada-Stuffed Spaghetti Squash image

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breats
1 2 1/2- to 3-pound spaghetti squash, halved lengthwise and seeded
1 1/4 cup red enchilada sauce, divided (hatch flavor for lowest sodium)
1 zucchini, diced
1 cup pepper Jack cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • 1. Position racks in upper and lower thirds of oven, preheat to 450
  • 2. Boil chicken. Cover, reduce heat to low and gently simmer until internal temperature 165, 10 to 15 minutes. Shred and transfer to large bowl.
  • 3. Microwave squash cut side down with 2 tbsp of water for 10 minutes until flesh is tender. (alt. bake at 400 degrees for 40-50 minutes)
  • 4. Scrape squash from shell and add to chicken. Add 1 c enchilada sauce, zucchini, 1/2 tsp pepper and 1/4 tsp salt. Fill squash shells with mixture and top with remaining sauce and cheese.
  • 5. Place on lowest rack for 10 minutes. Move to upper rack and broil until cheese starts to brown. To serve cut each shell in half.

Ivette Castro
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I'm not sure about the combination of chicken and enchilada sauce, but I'm willing to give it a try.


Jennifer Chester
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This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and it's healthy too.


Akram Lakhan
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook spaghetti squash. This recipe looks like a winner.


HVcrazy
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This recipe looks delicious! I can't wait to try it.


Shnawar Toor
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Not a fan of spaghetti squash, but this recipe was surprisingly good. The flavors were great and it was really easy to make.


Trenton Gittens
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This dish was a little bland for my taste. I think I'll add some extra spices next time.


Abena Kwabena
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Love this recipe! It's a great way to use up leftover chicken and it's always a hit with my kids.


ch hamza Ch hamza
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This was my first time making spaghetti squash and it turned out great. The recipe was easy to follow and the dish was delicious. I'll definitely be making it again.


Awais Bagriii
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The chicken and enchilada sauce are so flavorful and the spaghetti squash is a great way to add some extra veggies to the meal.


Naleba Rogers
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This dish was a hit with my family! The flavors were amazing and the spaghetti squash was a great low-carb alternative to traditional pasta.