Description
Chicken Alfredo with Zucchini Noodles is a delightful, guilt-free twist on a classic favorite. This creamy dish features tender chicken breast enveloped in a rich, garlicky parmesan sauce, all served atop fresh, spiralized zucchini noodles. It’s an easy weeknight meal that delights your taste buds while keeping things light and healthy. Perfect for family gatherings or casual dinners with friends, this recipe promises to impress and satisfy everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 medium zucchinis (spiralized)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare zucchini by spiralizing into noodle shapes and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove from pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, add minced garlic and cook until fragrant (30 seconds). Stir in heavy cream and let simmer for a few minutes.
- Add grated Parmesan cheese to the sauce and stir until melted and smooth.
- Return the chicken to the pan along with zucchini noodles; toss to coat everything in the sauce and heat through for another 3-4 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan or herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 39g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 145mg