Italian-Style Spaghetti Squash Casserole

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375 °F.

Step 2

Cut spaghetti squash in half and scoop out seeds. Drizzle with olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Line baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 4

Lay spaghetti squash face down on baking sheet, and add 1/4 cup water. Bake for about 30 minutes until fork tender. Let cool.

Step 5

Once cool, scrape out spaghetti squash using a fork and place in a medium mixing bowl and set aside.

Step 6

In a small skillet over medium-heat, heat oil and sauté garlic. Add spinach and sauté until wilted.

Step 7

Add spinach and garlic mixture, shredded chicken, tomato sauce, egg, cheese if using and spices to the bowl with the spaghetti squash. Mix until well combined.

Step 8

Transfer entire mixture to a baking dish.

Step 9

Sprinkle with fresh parmesan and red pepper flakes

Step 10

Bake at 375 °F for 10 minutes. Broil on high for 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese has started to bubble and brown.

Step 11

Serve warm!