Description
Zucchini Noodle Chicken Alfredo is a creamy, guilt-free twist on a classic favorite. This dish combines tender chicken and spiralized zucchini in a rich Alfredo sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s both satisfying and nutritious!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 medium zucchinis (spiralized)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients before starting.
- Spiralize zucchinis into long noodles.
- In a skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil, season chicken with salt and pepper, and cook for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown (internal temp of 165°F).
- Remove chicken from skillet; add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute). Stir in heavy cream and bring to a low simmer.
- Gradually mix in Parmesan cheese until melted into a smooth sauce.
- Slice cooked chicken and return it to the skillet along with zucchini noodles. Toss gently for about 3-4 minutes until noodles soften slightly.
- Serve immediately garnished with fresh basil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 150mg