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Zucchini Noodle Chicken Alfredo

Zucchini Noodle Chicken Alfredo - Guilt-Free Comfort Bliss

Enjoy a healthier take on comfort food with this Zucchini Noodle Chicken Alfredo, delivering creamy deliciousness in just 35 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Zucchini Noodles
  • 2 medium Zucchini Washed and spiralized
For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons Butter For sautéing
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust according to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust according to taste
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
For the Alfredo Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Base for the sauce
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • Spiralizer
  • skillet
  • Colander
  • microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash and spiralize the zucchini to create noodles. Microwave for 1-2 minutes and drain excess moisture.
  2. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté chicken with salt and pepper for 7 minutes until cooked through.
  3. In the same skillet, add heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Gradually whisk in Parmesan cheese until the sauce thickens.
  4. Return chicken to the sauce and stir to coat. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
  5. Add zucchini noodles to the skillet and toss gently. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until warmed through.
  6. Serve the dish immediately, garnished with parsley and extra Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For the best texture, drain the zucchini well post-microwave. Adjust seasoning to taste and consider adding extra veggies for variety.

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