{"product_id":"med-122","title":"Mediterranean Chicken with Spaghetti Squash","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMediterranean Chicken with Spaghetti Squash\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTender chicken breast and crispy bacon simmered in a creamy garlic-thyme-sage sauce with leeks, plum tomatoes, and ripe olives — served over golden spaghetti squash strands and finished with grated Parmesan. A rich, satisfying Mediterranean comfort dish that’s naturally low-carb and packed with nourishing ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🧠 Brain Health Benefits:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChicken Breast:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lean protein rich in B vitamins, especially B6 and niacin, that support neurotransmitter production and brain function\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpaghetti Squash:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich in antioxidants, vitamin C, and B vitamins that support brain health and reduce oxidative stress\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGarlic:\u003c\/strong\u003e Improves cerebral blood flow and has powerful anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective properties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeeks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich in kaempferol and antioxidants that protect brain cells and support cognitive function\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlum Tomatoes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lycopene protects against cognitive decline and neurodegeneration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOlives:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich in polyphenols and healthy monounsaturated fats that support brain cell integrity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clinically shown to improve memory and cognitive performance; rich in rosmarinic acid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThyme:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich in thymol and carvacrol, powerful antioxidants with neuroprotective properties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eParmesan:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides calcium and B vitamins essential for nerve function\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🗄️ Cabinet Ingredients Needed:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation 3 (ing-cab-030):\u003c\/strong\u003e All-purpose flour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation 21 (ing-cab-210):\u003c\/strong\u003e Black pepper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation 59 (ing-cab-590):\u003c\/strong\u003e Garlic clove, minced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation 84 (ing-cab-840):\u003c\/strong\u003e Reserve vinegar or chicken broth dressing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation 83 (ing-cab-830):\u003c\/strong\u003e Salt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation 94 (ing-cab-940):\u003c\/strong\u003e Thyme, dried\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation 107 (ing-cab-1070):\u003c\/strong\u003e Chicken broth, canned\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🛒 Fresh Ingredients (FR - Purchase Separately):\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh sage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpaghetti squash, large\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChicken, boneless breast halves, skinless\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParmesan cheese, grated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeek, thinly sliced white portion only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCream half-and-half\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlum tomato, seeded and chopped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBacon strip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOlives, drained and sliced ripe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🍽️ Not Applicable (Purchase as Needed):\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCooking spray\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e👨🍳 Cooking Instructions:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut squash in half lengthwise; discard seeds. Place squash cut side down on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave uncovered on high for 15-18 minutes or until tender.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeanwhile, in a large skillet coated with cooking spray, cook chicken over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Remove from the skillet and set aside.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the same skillet, cook bacon and leek over medium heat until bacon is crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove bacon mixture to paper towels to drain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd garlic to the skillet; cook for 1 minute.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStir in flour until blended; gradually add the chicken broth, reserve vinegar dressing, and cream. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStir in the tomatoes, olives, thyme, sage, salt, and pepper. Add chicken and bacon mixture; heat through.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen squash is cool enough to handle, use a fork to separate the strands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServe the chicken mixture over the spaghetti squash strands and top with grated Parmesan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis recipe is part of our Mediterranean cookbook collection. Serves 4. A naturally low-carb Mediterranean comfort meal that feels indulgent but is packed with nourishing ingredients. 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