Butternut Squash Lasagna Spaghetti Skillet

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Italian

Diet: Gluten Free

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 25

Total Time: 35

Servings: servings

Calories: 269kcal

Author: Lauren

This Butternut Squash Lasagna Spaghetti Skillet is what low-carb Italian dreams are made of🤩 All the delicious flavors of marinara, ground turkey and melty cheeses brought together with yummy, lower-carb butternut squash noodles. I promise, you won't even miss the real thing!

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Ingredients

Spaghetti Layer:

12 oz. frozen butternut squash spirals
1 large egg
3 Tbsp taco seasoning
1 small yellow onion (120g) diced
1/2 red bell pepper (75g) diced
3 cups baby spinach (85g) torn
3-4 cloves garlic minced
1.5 cups marinara sauce
1 lb. lean ground turkey

Ricotta Cheese Layer:

1.25 cups ricotta cheese (310g) I used low-fat
2 Tbsp grated parmesan cheese (14g)
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp pepper

Topping:

3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (84g)
Fresh basil (chopped or torn), ground black pepper, grated parmesan cheese optional to garnish

Instructions

Microwave butternut squash spirals as per instructions on the bag; drain all excess water and set aside to dry.
In a broiler-safe pan sprayed with nonstick cooking spray, add the ground turkey. Cook on medium heat for about 5 minutes, or until turkey is no longer pink. Break up into smaller pieces as you go.
Add the onions, peppers, and taco seasoning to the pan. Cook until vegetables are soft, about 5-7 minutes.
Add the garlic, spinach, and 1/4 cup of the marinara sauce to the pan. Stir until the spinach has wilted and the sauce is mixed in. Then add butternut squash and mix in.
Gently pat down ground turkey and squash mixture and pour the remaining marinara sauce on top. Spread out across the pan evenly.
In a separate bowl, whisk the egg. Mix in the ricotta cheese, parmesan, salt, pepper and garlic powder. Layer ricotta cheese mixture on top of the sauce.
Finally, top with mozzarella cheese. Place in the oven on broil for 5-10 minutes or until the cheese starts to brown. Take out, top with fresh basil, fresh ground pepper, and grated parmesan cheese, if desired! The grated parmesan is optional but highly recommended!

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