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Spaghetti Squash with Navy Beans Lemony Chicken

A fresh, feel-good dinner that brings together tender spaghetti squash, juicy lemon-seasoned chicken, and crisp roasted asparagus. Creamy cannellini beans, Parmesan, and cottage cheese add richness without heaviness, while bright lemon ties everything together. It’s a balanced, protein-packed meal that works just as well for easy weeknight dinners as it does for make-ahead lunches.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 1 medium spaghetti squash, halved lengthwise and seeds removed
  • 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and chopped into bite-size pieces
  • 2 tablespoon Olive Oil, divided (plus more for finishing)
  • salt + pepper
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 cup canned cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
  • ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup cottage cheese
  • Zest and juice of one lemon

Equipment

  • Large Bowl
  • 2 Sheet Pans

Method
 

  1. Roast the spaghetti squash. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Place spaghetti squash halves cut-side down on a baking sheet. Roast for 35–40 minutes, or until tender and easily pierced with a fork. Let cool slightly, then use a fork to scrape into strands.
  2. Roast the asparagus. On a separate sheet pan, toss asparagus with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast in the oven for 10 minutes, until crisp-tender. Set aside.
  3. Cook the chicken. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic. Roast in the oven or sear in a skillet over medium heat until cooked through and juicy. Let rest briefly, then slice.
  4. Assemble the bowl. In a large bowl, combine spaghetti squash strands, roasted asparagus, sliced chicken, cannellini beans, Parmesan, cottage cheese, lemon zest, lemon juice, and pine nuts.
  5. Drizzle with a little olive oil and toss gently to combine. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve warm or at room temperature. Stores well in the fridge for 3–4 days, making it ideal for lunches or easy weeknight dinners.