Stuffed Spaghetti Squash Boats with Chicken Piccata

Buttery. Garlicky. Glorious. This isn’t just a stuffed spaghetti squash with chicken recipe—it’s comfort food with a total glow-up. Featuring silky strands of spaghetti squash with juicy, tender chicken breast, briny capers, savory parmesan cheese, and a garlicky lemon-kissed piccata sauce—all tucked into an “edible bowl”, it’s the low-carb cheat dinner that will make you forget pasta even exists!
If you love classic chicken piccata, but you’re looking for a low-carb, weekday upgrade, it’s my pleasure to introduce you to today’s recipe—stuffed spaghetti squash boat with chicken piccata.
Imagine: tender, golden sautéed pieces of chicken breast bathed in a light butter sauce kissed with mild notes of garlic and shallots, a hint of zesty lemon, and a touch of smooth, deep white wine flavor—all stuffed inside a spaghetti squash boat with silky strands of squash. Lovingly and generously sprinkled with salty capers, a touch of freshly grated parmesan, and herby fresh parsley, this chicken stuffed spaghetti squash is a delicious low-carb twist with the same classic piccata flavors we all know and love.
Flavorful, fun, and wholesome (yet a little indulgent, too) this chicken and spaghetti squash recipe is perfect for everything from family dinners to date night-in, or simply anytime you want a no-fuss comforting dinner that feels totally special.
Ingredients:
Spaghetti Squash with Chicken
- 2 small/medium sized Spaghetti Squash – cut in half and seeds removed
- 3 TBS Extra Virgin Olive Oil – DIVIDED
- 2 whole Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts – cut into 1-inch bite size pieces (about 1 pound)
- ½ scant Cup All Purpose Flour
- to taste Kosher Salt and Ground Black Pepper
Lemon Butter Sauce
- 4 TBS Butter – DIVIDED
- 1 large Shallot – finely diced
- 2 clove Garlic – minced
- ¾ Cup Chardonnay (substitute: your favorite dry white wine)
- ¾ Cup Chicken Stock (substitute: chicken broth)
- 2 TBS Fresh Lemon Juice (from 1/2 large lemon)
- 4 scant TBS Brined Capers – drained (plus more for garnish, optional)
- 3 TBS Fresh Flat-Leaf Parsley – roughly chopped
- Optional Garnishes: Sliced Lemons, Grated Parmesan Cheese, Parsley
Prep Time:
10 minutes
Cook Time:
45 minutes
Total Time:
55 minutes
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