Creamy Chicken Alfredo With Zoodles for Guilt-Free Delight

Indulge in Chicken Alfredo With Zoodles, a guilt-free low-carb twist on a classic dish that offers creamy deliciousness without the extra calories.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Zoodles

2 medium Zucchini Use a spiralizer to create zoodles.
to taste Salt Sprinkle on zoodles before cooking to draw out moisture.

For the Chicken Alfredo Sauce

1 pound Chicken Breast Cook thoroughly for best flavor and texture.
1 tablespoon Olive Oil Use for sautéing chicken.
2 cloves Garlic Minced for infusion into sauce.
1 cup Heavy Cream For a creamy consistency, can substitute with almond milk.
1 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated is preferred.
to taste Black Pepper For seasoning.

For Garnishing

to taste Fresh Parsley For freshness and color.
to taste Red Pepper Flakes For a bit of heat.

Equipment

Spiralizer
Skillet
measuring cups
measuring spoons
knife
cutting board

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Start by spiralizing 2 medium zucchinis into zoodles using a spiralizer. Sprinkle them with salt and let them sit for about 15 minutes.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 pound of diced chicken breast and sauté for about 7-10 minutes, or until fully cooked.
In the same skillet, add 2 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
Pour in 1 cup of heavy cream into the skillet. Bring it to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally. Add in 1 cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese while stirring.
Once the sauce has thickened, return the chicken and zoodles to the skillet. Toss everything together and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Remove from heat and serve immediately, garnishing with parsley and red pepper flakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow zoodles to sit with salt for at least 15 minutes to avoid a mushy texture. Cook zoodles only until al dente as they will continue to soften with residual heat.

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