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Spinach Artichoke Spaghetti Squash

Spinach Artichoke Spaghetti Squash

Spinach Artichoke Spaghetti Squash is a low-carb dinner option for the whole family.

Ingredients

  • 1 large spaghetti squash, cut in half, seeds removed
  • 1/4 cup olive oil, divided
  • 1 tsp. salt, divided
  • 1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper, divided
  • 1 lb. chicken, cubed
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 Tbsp. butter
  • 2 Tbsp. cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 3 Tbsp. cream cheese
  • 1/3 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese
  • 1 (15 oz.) can artichoke hearts, drained and roughly chopped
  • 2 cups spinach
  • 1 cup shredded Mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°.
  2. Drizzle 1 tablespoon olive oil on each half of spaghetti squash and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Place face-down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper; roast until tender.
  3. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add 2 tablespoons olive oil, chicken, remaining salt and pepper. Cook until chicken is cooked through, remove and set aside. In same skillet add garlic and butter. Sauté for 2 minutes until golden brown. Add cornstarch and whisk until a thick paste forms. Slowly add milk and chicken broth; stirring constantly for 3 minutes. Add cream cheese, yogurt, cheese, artichoke hearts and spinach. Add chicken and heat for an additional 5 minutes.
  4. Remove squash from oven and shred inside. Add in spinach artichoke mixture. Combine and top with cheese. Set oven to high broil. Broil until cheese bubbles and turns golden brown.