Best Spaghetti Squash And Tomato Chicken Sauce Recipes

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GARLIC SPAGHETTI SQUASH WITH MEAT SAUCE AND TOMATO



Garlic Spaghetti Squash with Meat Sauce and Tomato image

I have reduced grains and other starches in my diet due to health reasons, so I was looking for filling, comforting meals without pasta or potatoes. When I was tinkering with this spaghetti squash recipe, I discovered something fun to eat! -Becky Ruff, Mc Gregor, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 medium spaghetti squash (about 4 pounds)
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
4 garlic cloves, minced, divided
4 plum tomatoes, chopped
2 cups pasta sauce
1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
Grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Cut squash lengthwise in half; remove and discard seeds. Place squash in a 13x9-in. baking pan, cut side down; add 1/2 in. of hot water. Bake, uncovered, 40 minutes. Drain water from pan; turn squash cut side up. Bake until squash is tender, 5-10 minutes longer., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef and mushrooms over medium heat until beef is no longer pink, 6-8 minutes, breaking up beef into crumbles; drain. Add half of the garlic; cook and stir 1 minute. Stir in tomatoes, pasta sauce and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 15-20 minutes., When squash is cool enough to handle, use a fork to separate strands. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add remaining garlic; cook and stir 1 minute. Stir in squash, salt and remaining pepper; heat through. Serve with meat sauce and, if desired, cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 443 calories, Fat 17g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 770mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 11g fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHICKEN SPAGHETTI SQUASH



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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

1 large spaghetti squash (about 2 1/2 pounds)
2 tablespoons olive oil
One 10-ounce package sliced mushrooms
1 red bell pepper, diced
4 scallions, thinly sliced, white and green parts separated
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup half-and-half
2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken (skin and bones discarded)
3 cups shredded Cheddar

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.

CHICKEN & TOMATO-STUFFED SPAGHETTI SQUASH RECIPE BY TASTY



Chicken & Tomato-Stuffed Spaghetti Squash Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: large spaghetti squash, salt, pepper, olive oil, boneless, skinless chicken breasts, garlic, roma tomatoes, spinach, marinara sauce, fresh basil, red pepper

Provided by Robin Broadfoot

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 large spaghetti squash
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
olive oil
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 roma tomatoes, diced
8 oz spinach
24 oz marinara sauce, 1 jar
½ cup fresh basil
¼ teaspoon red pepper, crushed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375˚F (190˚C).
  • 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 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, and place face down on a baking tray. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a fork can easily pierce the skin.
  • Heat olive oil in a large pan. Add chicken breasts (seasoned with salt and pepper) and garlic, and fully cook.
  • Add tomatoes and spinach. Cook until spinach has wilted. Add marinara sauce.
  • Stack the basil leaves and roll them up. Cut into slices and add to pan.
  • Add crushed red pepper, and stir until the ingredients are fully incorporated.
  • Once the squash has finished roasting, remove from the oven and let it sit for a few minutes before turning over and pulling at it with a fork. (Careful, there will be some steam!)
  • Shred the inside of each squash, being careful not to poke through the skin. Pour the sauce over the shredded squash, top with fresh basil, and serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 301 calories, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 29 grams, Sugar 13 grams

SPAGHETTI SQUASH SPAGHETTI WITH MEAT SAUCE



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A personal recipe I made using spaghetti squash and combining ingredients from at least three other recipes I have used in the past. This recipe is extremely good and a favorite for everyone I have made it for. It has a little kick to it, not too spicy but not mild.

Provided by mdianda07

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash     Winter Squash     Spaghetti Squash

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 spaghetti squash
1 pound ground beef
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 yellow squash, diced
1 zucchini, diced
1 red bell pepper, chopped
½ onion, diced
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 (14 ounce) can tomato sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Poke 8 to 10 holes in the spaghetti squash; place whole in a baking pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until squash is easily pierced with a knife, about 25 minutes. Remove and let cool until easily handled.
  • Cut squash in half; remove seeds and ribs. Place squash halves facedown in a baking dish with a little bit of water and cover with foil. Bake until you can pull the sides away easily with a fork, about 25 minutes more.
  • Meanwhile, heat a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease. Set beef aside.
  • Heat a large, deep skillet over medium-low heat. Add olive oil, yellow squash, zucchini, bell pepper, onion, Italian seasoning, basil, black pepper, oregano, garlic powder, thyme, and red pepper flakes. Cook and stir until vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes. Pour in tomato sauce and simmer until heated through, adding the beef halfway through, about 10 minutes more.
  • Turn spaghetti squash face-up; shred the sides from the center out with a fork. Scoop "spaghetti" from squash onto serving plates. Flatten and top with the sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267.4 calories, Carbohydrate 16.9 g, Cholesterol 47 mg, Fat 16.4 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 15.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 414.1 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

LEMON CHICKEN & SPAGHETTI SQUASH RECIPE BY TASTY



Lemon Chicken & Spaghetti Squash Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: spaghetti squash, olive oil, sea salt, black pepper, chicken breasts, medium yellow onion, garlic, sea salt, black pepper, cherry tomato, lemon, chicken broth, baby spinach

Provided by Mel Boyajian

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 spaghetti squash
olive oil
sea salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste
2 chicken breasts, cut into 1-2 in (2-5 cm) pieces
1 medium yellow onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon sea salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
3 cups cherry tomato, halved
½ lemon, juiced
1 cup chicken broth
8 oz baby spinach

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400˚F (200˚C).
  • Poke several holes in the spaghetti squash around the lengthwise center of the squash. Microwave on high for 5 minutes.
  • Cut the squash in half along the holes. Remove the seeds and pulp with a spoon. Drizzle the squash with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.
  • Place the squash cut-side down on baking sheet and bake for 40 minutes, until tender. Let cool.
  • Heat a bit of olive oil in a medium skillet over medium high heat. Add the chicken breast and cook for 6-8 minutes, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
  • Add a bit more oil and the onion and sauté for a few minutes, until starting to brown. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
  • Add the salt, pepper, and tomatoes and cook for a couple minutes, until the tomatoes start to release their juices.
  • Add the lemon juice and chicken broth and cook until the liquid reduces by about half, 20 minutes.
  • Add the chicken and cook for 2 minutes, then add the spinach and cook for 2 minutes, until wilted. Remove the pan from the heat.
  • Using 2 forks, shred the spaghetti squash and scoop out onto serving plates.
  • Pour the sauce over the squash. Serve immediately.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 489 calories, Carbohydrate 40 grams, Fat 24 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 28 grams, Sugar 14 grams

CHICKEN WITH SPAGHETTI SQUASH AND FIRE-ROASTED TOMATOES



Chicken with Spaghetti Squash and Fire-Roasted Tomatoes image

A great, healthy alternative to noodles for spaghetti with a little spice!

Provided by Desirae

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 1h28m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 small spaghetti squash, halved and seeded
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
¼ cup chopped white onion
1 clove garlic, minced
2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
½ (15 ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon ground paprika
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon shredded Parmesan cheese, or to taste
1 pinch dried oregano

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place spaghetti squash cut-side down in a nonstick baking pan.
  • Bake spaghetti squash in the preheated oven until tender when pierced with a fork, about 45 minutes. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Transfer to a cooling rack; cool until easily handled.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until onion softens, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in chicken breasts, tomatoes with juice, Italian seasoning, and paprika; cook until chicken is no longer pink in the center, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from heat; spoon out excess liquid.
  • Scrape squash flesh into spaghetti strands using a fork. Stir squash strands into the skillet. Fold in remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil with a spatula. Season with salt and pepper. Serve in a pasta bowl garnished with Parmesan cheese and oregano.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361.7 calories, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 60.3 mg, Fat 18 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 25.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 489 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

SPAGHETTI SQUASH WITH TOMATOES



Spaghetti Squash With Tomatoes image

This is such a simple dish to make. It is loaded with flavor! Best when using fresh garden vegetables and herbs.

Provided by kamgriz

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cooked spaghetti squash, halved, seeds removed
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 green pepper, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 large garlic clove, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 tomatoes, chopped (4 cups)
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
salt and pepper
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook squash til done using any method you prefer- bake, boil, steam, microwave.
  • When squash is nearly done, saute onion, green pepper and garlic in olive oil over medium heat until tender. (about 5 minutes).
  • Stir in tomatoes, salt and pepper, oregano and basil. Simmer together about 5 minutes more.
  • When squash is done, shred with fork, keeping it inside the shell. Toss with butter. Spoon mixture ontop of shredded squash, top with parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 201.7, Fat 15.1, SaturatedFat 5.8, Cholesterol 20.8, Sodium 167.6, Carbohydrate 14.6, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 5.2, Protein 4.7

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