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ground chicken and vegetable stir fry in a peanut sauce with spaghetti squash

Peanut Chicken Stir Fry & Spaghetti Squash Bowl

This Peanut Chicken Stir Fry & Spaghetti Squash Bowl is a quick and flavorful meal prep hack that combines a time-saving pre-made peanut satay sauce with fresh herbs, crisp veggies, and zesty lime for a delicious, healthy, and satisfying dish
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Course dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Asian
Servings 2
Calories 499 kcal

Equipment

  • knife
  • cutting board
  • wok
  • sheet pan
  • oven

Ingredients
  

Spaghetti Squash

  • 1/2 spaghetti squash (small to medium size)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Chicken Stir Fry

  • 8 oz ground chicken
  • 1/4 cup green onion
  • 1 tablespoon garlic (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup carrots (shredded)
  • 3/4 cup bean sprouts
  • 1/3 cup peanut satay sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • cilantro (optional: additional herb and garnish)
  • lime (optional: additional citrus flavors)

Instructions
 

Roast the Spaghetti Squash:

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F. Cut the squash in half, scoop out the seeds, and brush the insides with olive oil.
  • Place cut-side down on a baking sheet and roast for 35-50 minutes until fork-tender. Let it cool, then use a fork to shred it into noodle-like strands.
  • Note: You may buy a whole squash and roast both halves of the squash, then set aside the extra half to use as a side dish for another meal. You can also freeze the leftover spaghetti squash for later use!

Make the Peanut Chicken Stir Fry

  • Heat a wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil, then toss in green onions and garlic—let them sizzle until fragrant.
  • Add the ground chicken and cook until no longer pink (about 4-5 minutes).
  • Stir in soy sauce for a boost of umami goodness.
  • Toss in shredded carrots, bean sprouts, and peanut satay sauce, then stir for 2-3 minutes until everything is coated and delicious.
  • Spoon the peanut chicken mixture over the spaghetti squash strands. Garnish with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice for that zesty kick!

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Notes

Nutrition information provided is an estimate. It will vary based on cooking method and specific ingredients used. Please consult with your healthcare provider for specific dietary needs. To gain a better understanding, explore our nutrition disclaimer here. 

Nutrition

Calories: 499kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 26gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 98mgSodium: 1185mgPotassium: 1032mgFiber: 5gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 3096IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 91mgIron: 3mg