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chicken alfredo spaghetti squash casserole

Chicken Alfredo Spaghetti Squash Casserole: A Cozy Favorite

  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A healthy twist on classic chicken alfredo using spaghetti squash.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 medium spaghetti squash
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 2 cups Alfredo sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cut the spaghetti squash in half and scoop out the seeds.
  3. Place the squash cut-side down on a baking sheet and bake for 30-40 minutes until tender.
  4. While the squash is baking, mix the shredded chicken, Alfredo sauce, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  5. Once the squash is done, use a fork to scrape out the strands into a large bowl.
  6. Add the chicken mixture to the spaghetti squash and mix well.
  7. Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish.
  8. Top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
  9. Bake for an additional 20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Notes

  • Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms.
  • Use store-bought or homemade Alfredo sauce.
  • Great for meal prep and leftovers.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: chicken, alfredo, spaghetti squash, casserole