Skinny Cincinnati Chili with Spaghetti Squash
A milder, lighter version of Cincinnati's famous savory-sweet Skyline chili, traditionally served over spaghetti noodles. For an even lighter meal (and a cool presentation) serve over spaghetti squash.
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Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
Boats:
- 2 small spaghetti squashes Or just use spaghetti noodles - it's your call!
Chili Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken or turkey I use Isernio Ground Chicken
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 large onion chopped
- 2 cans stewed tomatoes Italian style (I use petite cut tomatoes with garlic & basil)
- 1 14- ounce can small red beans canned (I use seasoned piquintos)
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire Sauce
- 2 Tbs brown sugar
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp ground allspice
- 1/4 tsp fresh nutmeg
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Prepare Chili:
- Brown ground chicken or turkey with onion and garlic. Add all the other ingredients. Simmer at least 1/2 an hour. (I usually make this in a slow cooker, on low for 4-6 hours.)
- Vegetarian-friendly Chili option:: Simply replace the ground chicken with additional small red beans.
To Serve in Spaghetti Squash Boats:
- Choose small spaghetti squashes. Each squash will make 2 boats.
- Preheat the oven to 375°. Sprinkle squash with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Place the cut side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast for 25-35 minutes, or until tender.
- Allow cooked squash to cool for about 10 minutes, and then use a fork to scrape out the insides and separate strands.
- Replace threads in squash shells, and top with chili and Parmesan cheese.
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