Description
Zucchini Noodle Chicken Alfredo is a healthy, low-carb twist on the classic creamy Alfredo pasta. It uses zucchini noodles (zoodles) in place of traditional pasta, making it a lighter, veggie-packed alternative that’s topped with tender grilled chicken and a rich Alfredo sauce.
Ingredients
- 4 medium zucchinis, spiralized into noodles
- 2 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through. Remove from heat, let rest for a few minutes, and then slice into strips.
- Cook the zucchini noodles: Using a spiralizer, make zucchini noodles. Heat a separate pan over medium heat, add a bit of olive oil, and sauté the zucchini noodles for 2-3 minutes until just tender. Be careful not to overcook to avoid sogginess. Set aside.
- Make the Alfredo sauce: In the same pan used for the chicken, melt the butter and sauté the minced garlic for 1 minute. Add the chicken broth, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese, stirring constantly. Let the sauce simmer for 3-4 minutes until thickened, stirring frequently.
- Combine: Add the zucchini noodles to the Alfredo sauce and toss to coat them evenly. Stir in the sliced chicken, allowing everything to warm together for another 1-2 minutes.
- Serve: Plate the zucchini noodle chicken Alfredo and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
To make the dish dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream or dairy-free alternatives, and replace Parmesan cheese with nutritional yeast.You can use regular pasta if you prefer instead of zucchini noodles for a non-low-carb option.Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet or microwave.For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes to the Alfredo sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
