Description
A light and creamy Zucchini Noodle Chicken Alfredo featuring tender chicken pieces sautéed to perfection and tossed in a rich Parmesan Alfredo sauce, served over fresh zucchini noodles for a low-carb, flavorful meal ready in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Zucchini Noodles
- 2 medium zucchini
Chicken
- 8 ounces boneless skinless chicken breast
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Alfredo Sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Garnish
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Prepare Zucchini Noodles: Spiralize the zucchinis into noodles and spread them on paper towels to absorb any excess moisture, preventing a watery sauce later.
- Season and Cut Chicken: Season the boneless skinless chicken breast with salt and pepper, then cut into bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
- Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5 minutes. Remove the cooked chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Garlic: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, approximately 30 seconds, being careful not to burn it.
- Simmer Cream: Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently to prevent scorching.
- Add Parmesan Cheese: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce turns smooth, creamy, and well combined.
- Toss Chicken in Sauce: Return the cooked chicken pieces to the skillet and toss them in the Alfredo sauce to coat evenly.
- Cook Zucchini Noodles: Add the zucchini noodles to the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring gently, until warmed through but still retaining a slightly firm texture (al dente).
- Season and Garnish: Taste the dish and adjust seasoning with extra salt and pepper if needed. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving for a pop of color and fresh flavor.
Notes
- Patting zucchini noodles dry helps reduce excess water and keeps the sauce from becoming too runny.
- You can substitute chicken breast with chicken thighs if preferred.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor and texture.
- This dish cooks quickly — avoid overcooking zucchini noodles to maintain their texture.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half, but sauce will be less rich.
