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.
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Rehman Sandhu
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too bland for my taste. I added some additional spices to the chicken and it turned out much better. Overall, it was a good recipe but it could use some more flavor.
Atik St
[email protected]I wasn't sure what to expect with this recipe, but I was pleasantly surprised. The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the spaghetti squash was a great substitute for pasta. I will definitely be making this again.
Cheche Canoy
[email protected]This was my first time making spaghetti squash and it was so easy! The recipe was clear and concise, and the end result was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Manoj Gharti
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious. I highly recommend it!
hussani Murtajiz
[email protected]This recipe was just okay. The chicken was a bit bland and the spaghetti squash was a bit too sweet for my taste. I wouldn't make this again.
Charles Selaelo
[email protected]I made this recipe last night and it was a disaster. The chicken was dry and the spaghetti squash was mushy. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what went wrong.
John emmanuel
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the spaghetti squash was a great substitute for pasta. I will definitely be making this again.
yo boi cam
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that it's a healthy alternative to traditional pasta dishes.
Laila Rayn Edits
[email protected]This recipe was just okay. The chicken was a bit bland and the spaghetti squash was a bit too sweet for my taste. I wouldn't make this again.
Aily
[email protected]I made this recipe last night and it was a disaster. The chicken was dry and the spaghetti squash was mushy. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what went wrong.
Md Neven
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the spaghetti squash was a great substitute for pasta. I will definitely be making this again.
Solo rush shadin Yt
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that it's a healthy alternative to traditional pasta dishes.
Hassan Al-ftlawi
[email protected]This was a great recipe! I made it last night and my family loved it. The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the spaghetti squash was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.