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Spaghetti Squash with Chicken, Tomatoes, Spinach, and Feta Cheese


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  • Author: Isabella
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A Mediterranean-inspired dish featuring roasted spaghetti squash filled with tender chicken, sautéed spinach, cherry tomatoes, and tangy feta cheese. This healthy, gluten-free, and low-carb recipe is perfect for a nutritious weeknight dinner or a satisfying meal prep option.

 


Ingredients

  • 2 medium spaghetti squashes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 pound skinless boneless chicken thighs or breasts
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • 10 ounces fresh spinach (or thawed, well-drained frozen spinach)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 ounces cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 6 ounces crumbled feta cheese

Instructions

  1. Roast the Spaghetti Squash:
    • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
    • Halve each spaghetti squash lengthwise and remove seeds. Brush cut sides with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and place cut side down on a baking sheet.
    • Roast for about 40 minutes, or until tender.
  2. Prepare the Filling:
    • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook until fully cooked (6–8 minutes per side), then set aside.
    • In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add spinach and cherry tomatoes; cook until spinach wilts and tomatoes soften. Return cooked chicken to the skillet and combine.
  3. Assemble the Dish:
    • Scrape roasted spaghetti squash into strands while keeping them in their shells.
    • Divide the chicken and vegetable mixture among the squash halves, mixing gently with the squash strands. Top with crumbled feta cheese.
  4. Serve:
    • Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

  • To make slicing squash easier, microwave for 5–10 minutes before cutting.
  • Use goat cheese or mozzarella as a feta substitute.
  • Replace chicken with shrimp, turkey, or plant-based proteins for variation.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean