Description
Lemon Chicken with Spaghetti Squash is a vibrant dish that showcases juicy chicken breasts infused with zesty lemon flavors, served atop tender spaghetti squash. This healthy, low-carb alternative to traditional pasta is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests. With its colorful presentation and delightful taste, this recipe promises satisfaction in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 medium fresh lemons (zest and juice)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 medium spaghetti squash (about 3 lbs)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tsp dried oregano
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400?F (200?C) and lightly spray a baking dish.
- Halve the spaghetti squash, scoop out seeds, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Place cut-side down in the baking dish.
- Roast the squash for 30-40 minutes until tender and easily shredded with a fork.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, oregano, lemon zest, and juice. Cook for about 6 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and saut? for one minute until fragrant; drizzle in more lemon juice.
- Shred the roasted spaghetti squash using a fork and serve topped with the chicken and sauce mixture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 350g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg