Spaghetti Squash Chicken Casserole
Indulge in the perfect fusion of flavors with our Spaghetti Squash Chicken Casserole, a delightful dish that brings together the wholesome goodness of spaghetti squash, succulent chicken, and a medley of fresh vegetables. In this article, we’ll guide you through the step-by-step process of creating this mouthwatering casserole, ensuring a memorable culinary experience for you and your loved ones.
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Ingredients:
For the Squash and Chicken:
| Ingredients | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Spaghetti Squash | 2 squash |
| Chicken Breast | 1 lb |
| Olive Oil | 1 tbsp |
| Kosher Salt | ¾ tsp |
| Black Pepper | ½ tsp |
For the Casserole:
| Ingredients | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Neutral Oil | 2 tbsp |
| Zucchini | 1 small |
| Onion (diced) | 1 medium |
| Bell Pepper (diced) | 1 |
| Kosher Salt | ½ tsp |
| Grape or Cherry Tomatoes | 1 pint (halved) |
| Garlic (minced) | 4 cloves |
| Italian Seasoning | 1 ½ tbsp |
| Red Pepper Flakes | ¼ tsp |
| Black Pepper | ½ tsp |
| Chicken Stock | ¼ cup |
| Frozen Peas | 1 cup |
| Shredded Mozzarella Cheese | 1 ½ cups |
| Grated Parmesan Cheese | ½ cup |
Instructions:
For the Squash and Chicken
- Preheat the Oven: Set the oven to 375°F.
- Prepare the Squash: Cut, seed, and place the squash on a baking sheet with chicken breasts. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper.
- Roast the Chicken: Cook chicken until it reaches 160°F, approximately 16-20 minutes.
- Roast the Squash: Continue roasting the squash until the skin darkens and the flesh is easily pierced, 45-60 minutes. Set aside to cool.
For the Casserole
- Grease the Baking Dish: Prepare a 9×13 baking dish.
- Sauté Zucchini: Brown zucchini slices in neutral oil, set aside.
- Prepare the Vegetable Mixture: Sauté onion, bell pepper, and salt until translucent. Add tomatoes, garlic, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, black pepper, and chicken stock. Simmer until tomatoes burst and liquid reduces, about 8-12 minutes.
- Combine Ingredients: Scrape squash flesh into a bowl, add shredded chicken, peas, zucchini, and the prepared tomato mixture. Mix well.
- Assemble the Casserole: Pour the mixture into the baking dish. Top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake: In a 375°F oven, bake until the casserole is warmed through and the cheese is melted, 35-45 minutes. Allow it to cool for 10 minutes before serving.
