Chicken Pesto Squash Bowls

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"Looks delish. I love your recipes."

nancy

"Not sure you need to BAKE the Spaghetti Squash. If you use a microwave (2 min whole to be able to split), remove seeds,5-6 min on high cut side down and then turn over and cover with wax paper cook on high another 5 minutes, you'll get same result and MUCH faster. After you've forked out the squash and added the chicken and replaced, you can put in oven for a few minutes or under broiler to brown slightly. I found this much easier."

Steve in Philly

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Brandy

"Squash is in plenty of supply at grocery stores. Why not try this recipe, you may thoroughly enjoy it! You my never know if one doesn't try it, tasty recipe!"

Terri Desjardin

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Kathleen Kelly

"This sounds great and healthy!! I am looking forward to this one! "

Maureen Howard

"I love squash recipes, because they taste so good, and are so healthy for you!"

Marie Randall

"sounds so good. I'll be looking forward to it. Thanks for sharing"

sherry butcher

"that looks so good my mouth is watering!!!!!!"

Jae Mcgraw

"Delicious,creamy,and wholesome."

Miracle price

"love this idea for chicken and speghetti squash. usually when i purchase a speghetti squash i do not have to many ideas on how to use it except as a side dish, but now you have changed that for me. i will be doing it 1/2 recipe since i am a single person...thank you for sharing this with us."

Linda Fritz

"I really don't eat squash but, this sounds like a very interesting recipe something that would make me want to try it. Seems really easy to make so I might have to give it a try at least I will know if I like it or not."

Diana Beatty

"Love this recipe. I have also altered it a few times now in the following ways: Venison instead of chicken; Meatless; Roasted the squash seeds (high in fiber and have 3-4g protein per squash) instead of pine nuts. This recipe is very versatile!"

Elisa Stewart

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Chicken Pesto Squash Bowls

Preaheat oven to 400°F

Ingredients

1 pound	PERDUE® FIT & EASY® Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts or PERDUE® FRESH CUTS™ Diced Chicken Breast
2	small spaghetti squash
3 tbsp	olive oil
1/2 tsp	Italian Seasonings
1/2 tsp	salt
1/4 tsp	garlic powder
1/4 tsp	black pepper
1 cup	cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup	store-bought pesto
2 tbs	toasted pine nuts, optional

Chicken Pesto Squash Bowls

PERDUE® FIT & EASY® Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts

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PREP TIME: 15min COOK TIME: 40min
SERVES 4

Nutritional Information

Serving Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories 370
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 18g		28%
	Saturated Fat 3g	15%
Cholesterol 90mg		30%
Sodium 600mg		25%

Vitamin A 10%
Total Carbs 13g		4%
	Dietary Fiber 3g	12%
	Sugars 5g
Protein 37g
Vitamin C 35%
Calcium 8%
Iron 10%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

PERDUE® FIT & EASY® Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts

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Chicken Pesto Squash Bowls

Preaheat oven to 400°F

Ingredients

1 pound	PERDUE® FIT & EASY® Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts or PERDUE® FRESH CUTS™ Diced Chicken Breast
2	small spaghetti squash
3 tbsp	olive oil
1/2 tsp	Italian Seasonings
1/2 tsp	salt
1/4 tsp	garlic powder
1/4 tsp	black pepper
1 cup	cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup	store-bought pesto
2 tbs	toasted pine nuts, optional

Step one: Bake

Preheat oven to 400°F. Using a large knife, split the two squash in half lengthwise. Use a spoon to remove the seeds and pulp. Place cut side down on a foil lined baking sheet and add 1 cup of water. Brush the outside of the squash with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the point of a small knife can easily pierce the skin.

TIP: The best way to split open a squash is by inserting the tip of a chef’s knife into one end. Apply strong and even pressure on the knife, using it more like a splitter rather than slicing or carving.

Step two: Saute

Chop the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season with Italian seasonings, salt, garlic powder and black pepper. Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté the chicken chunks until golden and cooked through, about 7 to 8 minutes. The chicken is done when it feels firm to the touch and a meat thermometer inserted in the center reaches 170°F.

TIP: Save time on prep and use PERDUE® Fresh Cuts™ Diced Chicken Breasts - no need to chop chicken!

How to: Slicing and Cubing

Step three: Rake

When the squash is done, use two forks to rake the flesh of each to create “spaghetti.” Transfer into a large bowl and reserve the emptied skins. Toss the spaghetti squash with the pesto, mixing to coat the strands well. Add the cooked chicken and cherry tomatoes, and toss to combine.