High-Protein Chicken Alfredo-Stuffed Spaghetti Squash

Indulge in this nutritious twist on classic alfredo, with protein-packed chicken and spaghetti squash as the base.

Ingredients

• 2 medium spaghetti squashes
• 1 cup alfredo sauce
• 1 pound chicken breast, cooked and shredded
• 1 cup broccoli florets, steamed
• 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Slice each spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.
3. Brush each half with olive oil and season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
4. Place the squash halves cut-side down on a baking sheet and bake for 30-40 minutes, or until tender.
5. While the squash is baking, mix cooked and shredded chicken with alfredo sauce in a bowl.
6. Once the squash is cooked, use a fork to gently scrape the inside, creating spaghetti-like strands.
7. Fill each squash half with the chicken alfredo mixture and steamed broccoli.
8. Sprinkle parmesan cheese over the top of each stuffed squash.
9. Return the stuffed squashes to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
10. Serve hot and enjoy your high-protein meal!

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