Chicken Enchilada Stuffed Spaghetti Squash

Spaghetti squash boats filled with chicken enchilada inspired filling and topped with plenty

of melted cheese!

ingredients

FOR THE ROASTED SPAGHETTI SQUASH:

• 2 small spaghetti squash, cut in half and seeded
• 1 tablespoon oil
• salt and pepper to taste

FOR THE CHICKEN ENCHILADA STUFFED SPAGHETTI SQUASH:

• 1/2 pound chicken, cooked and shredded
• 2 cups enchilada sauce (see below)
• 1/2 cup black beans (optional)
• 1/2 cup corn (optional)
• 1/4 cup cilantro, torn
• 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1/2 cup monterey jack cheese, shredded

directions

FOR THE ROASTED SPAGHETTI SQUASH:

1. Brush the inner flesh of the spaghetti squash with oil, season with salt and pepper and roast, skin side up, in a preheated 400F/200C oven until tender, about 30 minutes.

FOR THE CHICKEN ENCHILADA STUFFED SPAGHETTI SQUASH:

2. Mix the chicken, enchilada sauce, beans, corn and cilantro, divide the mixture between the spaghetti squash and top with the cheese.
3. Broil in the oven until the cheese has melted and turned a light golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.

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