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High protein spinach and artichoke stuffed spaghetti squash with melted cheese on white plate

High Protein Spinach and Artichoke Stuffed Spaghetti Squash

Sweet spaghetti squash stuffed with deliciously savory spinach and artichoke filling, ground chicken, cottage cheese, and extra cheese. A high-protein spectacular way to make this seasonal vegetable.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520

Ingredients
  

  • 2 spaghetti squashes medium-sized
  • 3 tbsp olive oil divided
  • 1 lb ground chicken or turkey
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 220 g fresh spinach about 7 cups
  • 400 g canned artichokes 14 oz, drained and chopped
  • 1 cup cottage cheese blended smooth
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt full fat
  • 4 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese about 100 ml, or vegetarian hard cheese
  • 1.5 cups mozzarella about 180 g, grated
  • 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large baking sheet
  • Large skillet or frying pan
  • Blender or Food Processor
  • sharp knife
  • Spoon for scooping squash

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Brush the cut surfaces with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and season with salt. Place on a baking sheet cut side up and roast for 40 minutes until tender.
  2. Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add ground chicken and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through (about 6-8 minutes). Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and add the minced garlic. Cook briefly for a few seconds, then add the spinach and stir until wilted and the liquid has evaporated.
  4. Add the drained and chopped artichokes and sauté for a minute, then add the blended cottage cheese and Greek yogurt. Stir until warmed through. Add the cooked ground chicken back to the pan.
  5. Take off the heat and stir in the mayonnaise, grated Parmesan cheese (keeping 2 tablespoons aside), and 1 cup of mozzarella until well combined.
  6. Evenly divide the mixture among the 4 squash halves. Sprinkle with the remaining Parmesan cheese and remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella.
  7. Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes or until the filling is bubbly and golden on top. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

For meal prep, store stuffed squash halves in airtight containers for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for best results. Can be frozen for up to 2 months, though squash texture may soften slightly upon thawing.
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