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Chicken Alfredo Spaghetti Squash

40 min4 servings🍳 1 panPicky-eater safe bet: plain noodles$16.00590 cal · 44g protein

Ingredients

  • spaghetti squash1 count
  • boneless skinless chicken breasts1½ lb
  • heavy cream1 cup
  • butter3 tbsp
  • garlic4 cloves
  • grated Parmesan cheese½ cup
  • broccoli florets12 oz
  • olive oil2 tbsp
  • salt and black pepper1 tsp

Instructions

  1. 1

    Halve and seed the squash, then microwave the halves cut-side down in a dish with 1/4 inch of water, covered, 12-15 minutes until tender.

  2. 2

    Meanwhile, season the chicken and cook in olive oil in a large skillet 6-7 minutes per side to 165°F; rest and slice.

  3. 3

    Steam the broccoli until crisp-tender.

  4. 4

    In the same skillet, melt the butter with the garlic for 1 minute, add the cream and simmer 4-5 minutes, then whisk in the Parmesan until smooth.

  5. 5

    Fork the squash into strands, toss with the sauce and broccoli and top with sliced chicken.

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