Lemon Chicken & Spaghetti Squash

Say hello to a zesty twist on a classic dish with this Lemon Chicken Spaghetti Squash recipe! Packed with flavor and nutritious ingredients, this meal will have you coming back for seconds.

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 400˚F (200˚C).

2. 2

   Poke several holes in the spaghetti squash around the lengthwise center of the squash. Microwave on high for 5 minutes.

3. 3

   Cut the squash in half along the holes. Remove the seeds and pulp with a spoon. Drizzle the squash with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.

4. 4

   Place the squash cut-side down on baking sheet and bake for 40 minutes, until tender. Let cool.

5. 5

   Heat a bit of olive oil in a medium skillet over medium high heat. Add the chicken breast and cook for 6-8 minutes, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.

6. 6

   Add a bit more oil and the onion and sauté for a few minutes, until starting to brown. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.

7. 7

   Add the salt, pepper, and tomatoes and cook for a couple minutes, until the tomatoes start to release their juices.

8. 8

   Add the lemon juice and chicken broth and cook until the liquid reduces by about half, 20 minutes.

9. 9

   Add the chicken and cook for 2 minutes, then add the spinach and cook for 2 minutes, until wilted. Remove the pan from the heat.

10. 10

    Using 2 forks, shred the spaghetti squash and scoop out onto serving plates.

11. 11

    Pour the sauce over the squash. Serve immediately.

12. 12

    Enjoy!

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