Description
A comforting classic that combines cheesy spaghetti with vibrant broccoli and savory baked chicken thighs, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 4 chicken thighs
- 1 cup shredded light cheese (e.g., mozzarella or cheddar)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Season the chicken thighs with olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes or until fully cooked.
- Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti according to package instructions. Add broccoli florets to the pot during the last 3-4 minutes of cooking. Drain and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained spaghetti and broccoli with the shredded light cheese.
- Serve the baked chicken thighs on top of the cheesy spaghetti and broccoli mixture. Enjoy!
Notes
For those with diabetes, consider using sugar substitutes like stevia, monk fruit, or allulose.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: main course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg