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Tuscan Chicken and Spaghetti Squash served on a plate

Creamy Tuscan Chicken and Spaghetti Squash: A Healthy Comfort Food Dream

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A rich, creamy, and healthy one-pan meal featuring tender chicken, a velvety Tuscan-style sauce, and low-carb spaghetti squash.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

1 medium spaghetti squash (about 34 pounds)

1 tablespoon olive oil

Salt and black pepper to taste

1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into cutlets or cubed

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

2 tablespoons olive oil, for searing

1 tablespoon butter

45 cloves garlic, minced

1 small yellow onion, finely chopped

1/2 cup chicken broth

1 cup heavy cream (or full-fat coconut milk for dairy-free option)

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and chopped

3 cups fresh spinach, packed

Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice spaghetti squash in half lengthwise, scoop out seeds, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.

2. Place squash halves cut-side down on a baking sheet and roast for 35-45 minutes until tender.

3. Pat chicken dry and season with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

5. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Melt butter, add onion, and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute.

6. Deglaze pan with chicken broth, scraping browned bits. Simmer for 1 minute.

7. Stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Reduce heat and whisk in Parmesan cheese until smooth.

8. Add sun-dried tomatoes and stir in fresh spinach until wilted.

9. Slice the chicken and return it to the skillet to simmer in sauce for 2-3 minutes.

10. Use a fork to scrape roasted spaghetti squash into strands. Serve topped with Tuscan chicken and sauce. Garnish with basil or parsley.

Notes

You can prep the spaghetti squash ahead and store it in the fridge. For dairy-free, use coconut milk and omit Parmesan or substitute with a vegan version. Customize the sauce with mushrooms, artichokes, or red pepper flakes for added flavor. Store leftovers in separate containers to prevent squash from becoming watery. Reheat gently with a splash of broth or milk to loosen the sauce.

  • Author: Jessica Lupone!
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop, Oven
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 portion
  • Calories: 430
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 27g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 115mg