Chicken Enchilada Stuffed Squash Recipes

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CHICKEN ENCHILADA-STUFFED SPAGHETTI SQUASH



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This healthy 5-ingredient spaghetti squash recipe is a satisfying low-carb alternative to taco night. If you have leftover cooked chicken on hand, skip Step 2 and stir 2 1/2 cups into the filling. Look for an enchilada sauce with less than 300 mg of sodium per serving, such as Hatch brand.

Provided by Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD

Categories     Healthy Spaghetti Squash Recipes

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 8-ounce boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 2 1/2- to 3-pound spaghetti squash, halved lengthwise and seeded
1 ¼ cups red enchilada sauce, divided
1 medium zucchini, diced
1 cup shredded pepper Jack cheese

Steps:

  • Position racks in upper and lower thirds of oven; preheat to 450degrees F.
  • Place chicken in a medium saucepan, add water to cover and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low and gently simmer until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part registers 165degrees F, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Transfer the chicken to a clean cutting board and shred with 2 forks. Transfer to a large bowl.
  • Meanwhile, place squash cut-side down in a microwave-safe dish and add 2 tablespoons water. Microwave, uncovered, on High until the flesh is tender, about 10 minutes. (Alternatively, place squash halves cut-side down on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake in a 400 degrees F oven until the squash is tender, 40 to 50 minutes.)
  • Use a fork to scrape the squash from the shells into the large bowl. Place the shells on a broiler-safe pan. Stir 1 cup enchilada sauce, zucchini, 1/2 teaspoon pepper and 1/4 teaspoon salt into the squash and chicken. Divide the mixture between the shells; top with the remaining 1/4 cup enchilada sauce and cheese.
  • Bake on the lower rack for 10 minutes. Move to the upper rack, turn the broiler to high and broil, watching carefully, until the cheese starts to brown, about 2 minutes. To serve, cut each shell in half.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 407.9 calories, Carbohydrate 19.7 g, Cholesterol 136.3 mg, Fat 22.1 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 34.3 g, SaturatedFat 11.1 g, Sodium 425.9 mg, Sugar 6.7 g

CHICKEN ENCHILADA STUFFED SPAGHETTI SQUASH RECIPE - (4.4/5)



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Number Of Ingredients 19

Enchilada Sauce:
2 small spaghetti squash, cut in half and seeded
1 tablespoon oil
salt and pepper to taste
1/2 pound chicken, cooked and shredded
2 cups enchilada sauce (see below)
1/2 cup black beans (optional)
1/2 cup corn (optional)
1/4 cup cilantro, torn
1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 cup monterey jack cheese, shredded
1 tablespoon oil
1 small onion, diced
1 clove garlic, grated
1 teaspoon cumin, toasted and ground
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1-2 chipotle chilies in adobo
1 teaspoon oregano
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Brush the inner flesh of the spaghetti squash with oil, season with salt and pepper and roast, skin side up, in a preheated 400F oven until tender, about 30 minutes. Mix the chicken, enchilada sauce, beans, corn and cilantro, divide the mixture between the spaghetti squash and top with the cheese. Sauce: Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the onion and saute until tender, about 5-7 minutes. Add the garlic and cumin and saute until fragrant, about a minute. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, simmer for a few minutes and season with salt and pepper.

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