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Chili Stuffed Spaghetti Squash

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Chili Stuffed Spaghetti Squash is a hearty yet healthy dish where roasted spaghetti squash halves are filled with flavorful chili, topped with cheese, and baked until bubbly. It’s low-carb comfort food that’s fun, satisfying, and customizable.

Ingredients

  • 2 medium spaghetti squash
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 lb ground beef, turkey, or chicken
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 (15 oz) can kidney beans or black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese (optional)
  • Fresh cilantro, sour cream, or avocado for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C). Cut spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.
  2. Drizzle cut sides with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and place cut side down on a baking sheet.
  3. Roast for 35–40 minutes, until tender.
  4. Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a skillet and sauté onion, garlic, and bell pepper until softened.
  5. Add ground meat and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
  6. Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato paste, beans, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  7. Simmer chili for 15–20 minutes to thicken and develop flavor.
  8. Once squash is done, flip over and use a fork to scrape the flesh into strands, keeping it in the shell.
  9. Fill each squash half with chili, top with cheese if using, and return to oven for 5–10 minutes to melt.
  10. Garnish with cilantro, sour cream, or avocado before serving, if desired.

Notes

  • Microwave the squash for a few minutes to soften before cutting, if needed.
  • Let roasted squash rest cut side down on paper towels to reduce moisture before stuffing.
  • The chili can be made ahead and stored in the fridge or freezer.
  • For vegetarian version, omit meat and add extra beans or lentils.
  • Add crushed tortilla chips for a Tex-Mex twist.

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