Description
This Chicken Alfredo with Zucchini Noodles is a light and flavorful low-carb twist on the classic Alfredo dish. Tender chicken strips seasoned with paprika and garlic powder are paired with fresh zucchini noodles and a creamy sour cream sauce, topped with Parmesan, chili flakes, and chopped parsley for added flavor. It’s a quick, healthy, and satisfying meal perfect for weeknights.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Seasonings
- 1 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
Cooking and Sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil, divided
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lb zucchini, spiralized into noodles
- 1/3 cup sour cream
Optional Garnishes
- Grated Parmesan cheese
- Chili flakes
- Fresh chopped parsley
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Cut the chicken breasts into strips and season with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Ensure the chicken is evenly coated with the spices.
- Cook the Chicken: In a large skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Once shimmering, add the chicken strips and cook for about 3 to 5 minutes on each side until cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove from the skillet and set aside to rest.
- Sauté the Garlic and Noodles: In the same pan, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the zucchini noodles and cook just until they become al dente, approximately 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent excess water from collecting in the pan.
- Make the Sauce: Lower the heat and stir in the sour cream, mixing well to coat the noodles evenly. Cook for another minute until heated through, adjusting seasoning if needed.
- Assemble and Garnish: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet to warm slightly if desired. Serve the chicken over the zucchini noodles, garnished with grated Parmesan, chili flakes, and fresh chopped parsley.
Notes
- If you do not have a spiralizer, pre-cut zucchini noodles are available at most grocery stores, or you can thinly slice zucchini into strips with a sharp knife.
- Avoid overcrowding the pan when cooking chicken to ensure proper searing. Cook in batches if necessary.
- Pat zucchini noodles dry with a paper towel before adding to the skillet to prevent excess moisture and watery sauce.
- Increase Parmesan for a thicker, more flavorful sauce if desired.
- Wash and dry zucchinis thoroughly before spiralizing since zucchinis are not peeled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 370 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
