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Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Stuffed Spaghetti Squash⏱ 70 min total
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Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Stuffed Spaghetti Squash

Per 1 serving · 1,155 g · 14 ingredients

Calories
705
35%
of a 2,000 cal day
  • Protein
    52g
    28% of calories
  • Carbs
    68g
    37% of calories
  • Fat
    29g
    35% of calories
Portion

At a glance

One serving of Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Stuffed Spaghetti Squash (1155 g) has 705 calories, with 52 g of protein, 68 g of carbohydrates and 29 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from carbs (37% of calories). It is high in protein (104% DV), dietary fiber (53% DV) and Vitamin A (24% DV). Keep an eye on sodium, saturated fat and cholesterol, which provide 34%, 59% and 46% of the daily value.

Per 100 g
61cal
low energy density
Protein per 100 cal
7.4g
Net carbs
53g
carbs minus fiber
Fiber
15g
27 g sugar

High in

20%+ of the daily value

  • Protein104%
  • Dietary fiber53%
  • Vitamin A24%
  • Vitamin C111%
  • Vitamin E22%
  • Vitamin K87%

Good source of

10–19% of the daily value

Nothing notable

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20%+ of the daily value

  • Sodium34%
  • Saturated fat59%
  • Cholesterol46%

Ingredients

For one serving. Tap an ingredient to see its nutrition.

Directions

Prep 15 minCook 55 min
  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with foil.

  2. 2

    Cut the spaghetti squash in half and scoop out the seeds. Rub or spray the interior with oil and season with salt and pepper.

  3. 3

    Place the halves cut side down on the baking sheet and roast in the oven for about 40 minutes or until tender.

  4. 4

    Remove from the oven and let cool until manageable. Scoop out the flesh with a fork into a bowl and reserve the shells.

  5. 5

    Preheat the oven to broil.

  6. 6

    Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat, spray with oil, and cook the chicken seasoned with salt and pepper until done. Remove and set aside.

  7. 7

    Add olive oil to the skillet, then sauté shallots, garlic, and red pepper flakes for a minute. Add broccoli, season, add water, cover, and steam for 2 minutes.

  8. 8

    Uncover, return chicken to the skillet, and stir in cream cheese and broth until smooth. Add half the cheese and stir until melted.

  9. 9

    Remove from heat, stir in Greek yogurt, and adjust seasoning. Combine with spaghetti squash strands.

  10. 10

    Fill squash shells with the mixture, top with remaining cheese, and broil until the cheese is melted. Serve immediately.

Vitamins & minerals

Amounts for 1 serving (1,155 g). Bars show % of the daily value.

Vitamins

NutrientAmount% Daily Value
Vitamin A217 μg
24%
Vitamin C100 mg
111%
Vitamin D0.2 μg
2%
Vitamin E3 mg
22%
Vitamin K104 μg
87%
Thiamine1 mg
48%
Riboflavin (B2)1 mg
62%
Niacin19 mg
121%
Vitamin B62 mg
151%
Folate (B9)185 μg
46%
Vitamin B121 μg
43%
Pantothenic acid6 mg
113%
Choline194 mg
35%

Minerals

NutrientAmount% Daily Value
Calcium708 mg
71%
Iron4 mg
51%
Potassium1,745 mg
37%
Magnesium170 mg
40%
Phosphorus742 mg
106%
Zinc5 mg
43%
Copper0.3 mg
38%
Manganese1 mg
60%
Selenium47 μg
85%
Full breakdown · 43 more nutrients
NutrientAmount% Daily Value
Alanine2 g—
Alpha Linolenic Acid (ALA)0 g—
Alpha carotene150 μg—
Arginine3 g—
Aspartic acid4 g—
Beta carotene874 μg—
Caffeine0 mg—
Cystine0.2 g—
Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)0 g—
Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA)0 g—
Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)0 g—
Fluoride10 μg—
Fructose1 g—
Galactose0.2 g—
Glucose0.5 g—
Glutamic acid8 g—
Glycine2 g—
Histidine1 g—
Hydroxyproline0 g—
Isoleucine2 g—
Lactose2 g—
Leucine4 g—
Lycopene0 μg—
Lysine4 g—
Maltose0.2 g—
Methionine1 g—
Monounsaturated fats9 g—
Phenylalanine2 g—
Polyunsaturated fats3 g—
Proline3 g—
Retinol138 μg—
Serine2 g—
Starch0.2 g—
Sucrose0.1 g—
Theobromine0 mg—
Threonine2 g—
Total omega 30 g—
Total omega 61 g—
Tryptophan1 g—
Tyrosine2 g—
Valine3 g—
Vitamin D20 μg—
Vitamin D30.2 μg—

Burning 705 calories

Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.

  • 134min
    Walking (3.5 mph)
  • 85min
    Cycling (moderate)
  • 59min
    Running (6 mph)
  • 99min
    Swimming laps

Common questions

How many calories are in Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Stuffed Spaghetti Squash?

One serving of Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Stuffed Spaghetti Squash (1 serving) has 705 calories, which works out to 61 calories per 100 g. That is about 35% of a 2,000-calorie day.

Is Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Stuffed Spaghetti Squash high in protein?

It provides a solid 52 g of protein per serving (104% of the 50 g daily value), but protein supplies only 28% of its calories, so it is not a protein-dense food. Foods where protein provides 30% or more of calories are generally considered protein-dense.

Is Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Stuffed Spaghetti Squash keto-friendly?

It is hard to fit into a strict keto diet. One serving has 53 g of net carbs and 37% of its calories come from carbohydrates, while most keto plans cap net carbs at 20–50 g per day.

How much sodium is in Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Stuffed Spaghetti Squash?

783 mg per serving, which is high (20% or more of the 2,300 mg daily value).

How much sugar is in Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Stuffed Spaghetti Squash?

27 g of total sugars per serving. Labels list total sugars, which include natural sugars from fruit and milk as well as any added sugars.

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