Low-Carb Zoodle Chicken Alfredo
Low-Carb Zoodle Chicken Alfredo is a delightful twist on a classic comfort dish, featuring spiralized zucchini noodles for a low-carb alternative that doesn’t skimp on flavor. This creamy, cheesy Alfredo sauce envelops tender chicken and zoodles, creating an irresistible meal perfect for cozy dinners or impressing guests. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, you can savor the rich flavors without the guilt.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 medium zucchinis (spiralized into zoodles)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Juice of ½ lemon
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Spiralize zucchinis into zoodles.
- Sauté chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook seasoned chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- Make sauce: In the same skillet, lower heat and add minced garlic until fragrant (30 seconds). Stir in heavy cream and simmer for 3-5 minutes.
- Add cheese: Mix in Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning until the sauce thickens.
- Combine zoodles: Toss zoodles in the sauce for about 2 minutes until fully coated.
- Serve: Slice chicken and place on top of zoodles; serve hot with extra cheese if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 482
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider substituting chicken with shrimp or adding sautéed mushrooms. Fresh basil or additional Parmesan can enhance the final presentation.