Ingredients
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For the spaghetti squash
- 1 medium spaghetti squash
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
For the chicken
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper (omit for AIP)
- 2–3 tbsp avocado oil
For the alfredo sauce
- 1 medium cauliflower, chopped (about 4 cups)
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 1/3 cup chicken broth
- 2 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp nutritional yeast
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper (omit for AIP)
For garnish
- 2 tsp avocado oil
- 1 tbsp parsley, chopped
Instructions
For the squash
- Preheat the oven to 400 F.
- Slice off the ends of the squash and continue to slice into rings. Spoon out the seeds and place on a baking sheet topped with avocado oil. Bake in the oven for 30-40 minutes, (flipping halfway through) until the strands easily pull. Pull out the strands and set the squash aside.
For the chicken
- Pat the chicken dry and season well with salt and pepper on each side.
- Heat the oil in a deep skillet on medium heat. Add the chicken to the pan and cook for 5 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reads 165 F. Set aside.
For the alfredo sauce
- Add the cauliflower to a medium pot and cover with water. Place on the burner on medium-low heat and bring to a low simmer. Cover and continue to simmer for about 8-10 minutes or until cauliflower is soft. Strain the cauliflower and set aside to allow to cool slightly.
- Using a small saute pan, heat the oil on low heat and saute the garlic until fragrant. Set aside.
- Add the cauliflower to a high-speed blender with the garlic, coconut milk, broth, lemon juice, nutritional yeast, salt, and pepper.
To assemble the dish
- Heat the avocado oil in a large skillet and add the spaghetti squash to reheat. Top with alfredo sauce, sliced chicken, and chopped parsley.
Notes
All nutrition facts are estimations and will vary.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 60
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 291
- Fat: 25.2g
- Carbohydrates: 11.8g
- Fiber: 3.9g
- Protein: 8.1g