Mexican Chicken Stuffed Spaghetti Squash

Mexican Chicken Stuffed Spaghetti Squash

Serves 4 – about 6 WW points per serving

Ingredients

  • 1 large spaghetti squash, halved lengthwise
  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast (skinless)
  • 1 (4 oz) can diced green chiles (no added salt)
  • 1 green onion, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup low-sodium green enchilada sauce
  • ½ cup fresh or frozen corn (no salt added)
  • ½ cup reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend
  • 2 tbsp light crema or plain nonfat Greek yogurt
  • 1 tsp chili powder (plus extra for garnish, optional)
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish
  • Olive oil spray or 1 tsp olive oil
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet. Drizzle cut sides of spaghetti squash with olive oil spray or a small amount of oil, season with salt and pepper. Place cut-side down on baking sheet; roast about 35 minutes until tender. Cool enough to handle.
  2. Scrape flesh into strands with a fork, leaving about ½ inch of flesh along edges for shell stability. Drain excess liquid in a colander.
  3. In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, green chiles, green onion, enchilada sauce, corn, light crema (or Greek yogurt), cilantro, and chili powder. Mix well.
  4. Add drained squash strands to the chicken mixture and toss gently to combine.
  5. Spoon filling evenly into the squash shells on the baking sheet. Sprinkle reduced-fat cheese on top.
  6. Bake for 15–20 minutes until cheese melts and browns slightly.
  7. Garnish with extra cilantro and chili powder if desired. Serve warm.