Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Spaghetti Squash
Discover the mouthwatering delight of Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Spaghetti Squash, a perfect blend of hearty spaghetti squash and zesty buffalo chicken. This nutritious dish is ideal for family dinners, meal prep, or game day gatherings. Enjoy the satisfying flavors and health benefits of this low-carb alternative to traditional pasta. With its customizable nature and easy preparation, it’s sure to become a go-to recipe in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium spaghetti squash (about 2–2.5 lbs)
- 1 ¼ lbs cooked and shredded chicken breast
- ½ cup buffalo sauce
- ¼ cup ranch dressing (optional)
- ½ cup diced red bell pepper
- 2 ribs celery, thinly sliced
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.
- Place cut-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and roast for about 45 minutes until tender.
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, ranch dressing (if using), celery, green onions, and bell pepper.
- Once the squash is cool enough to handle, scrape some flesh from each half into the chicken mixture.
- Spoon the mixture back into the squash halves and return to the oven for an additional 10-15 minutes until heated through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed squash half (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg