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BBQ Chicken Spaghetti Squash

A delicious and healthy low-carb alternative combining roasted spaghetti squash with shredded chicken in barbecue sauce.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 Spaghetti squash
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (Rotisserie chicken works great)
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce (Your favorite brand)
  • Salt and pepper to taste (Optional seasoning)
  • Green onions (Optional for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cut the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.
  3. Place the squash halves cut side down on a baking sheet and roast for 30-40 minutes, or until tender.
  4. While the squash is cooking, mix the shredded chicken with barbecue sauce in a bowl.
  5. Once the squash is cooked, use a fork to scrape out the strands into a large bowl.
  6. Combine the spaghetti squash with the BBQ chicken mixture in the large bowl.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Serve warm and garnish with green onions if desired.

Notes

Roast spaghetti squash until fully tender and use rotisserie chicken for convenience. Adjust the amount of barbecue sauce according to your taste.

  • Author: jayne
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: spaghetti squash, BBQ chicken, low-carb meals, healthy recipes, American cuisine