Zucchini alfredo is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. This dish is made with zucchini noodles, a creamy alfredo sauce, and your favorite toppings. The zucchini noodles are a healthy and low-carb alternative to traditional pasta, and they cook quickly, making this dish a great option for a weeknight meal. The alfredo sauce is rich and creamy, and it pairs perfectly with the zucchini noodles. You can add your favorite toppings, such as grilled chicken, shrimp, or vegetables, to make this dish even more flavorful.
Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!
ZUCCHINI NOODLE CHICKEN ALFREDO RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: zucchinis, butter, boneless, skinless chicken breasts, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, garlic, cream, shredded parmesan cheese, fresh parsley
Provided by Gibran Rubio
Categories Dinner
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Using a spiralizer, mandoline, or vegetable peeler, turn the zucchini into thin noodles. Microwave the noodles for 1-2 minutes, then drain any liquid.
- Melt the butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add the chicken, salt, pepper, and garlic and cook until the garlic is beginning to brown and chicken is cooked through, about 7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pan.
- Add the cream, Parmesan, and parsley to the pan, stirring until evenly combined. Bring to a boil, then stir until the sauce has reduced by about half, 3-5 minutes. Put the chicken back in the sauce and stir to coat. Remove from the heat and season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then stir until the sauce has reduced by about half. Remove from heat.
- Toss the zucchini noodles in with the chicken mixture and stir until the noodles are coated evenly. Serve with more Parmesan and parsley, if desired.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 913 calories, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fat 69 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 70 grams, Sugar 9 grams
ZUCCHINI ALFREDO
Excellent! Shredded zucchini in a creamy sauce.
Provided by Terry
Categories 100+ Pasta and Noodle Recipes Noodle Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add egg noodles and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
- Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in garlic, and cook 2 minutes. Mix in zucchini, and cook 10 minutes, until some of the moisture has evaporated.
- Pour the milk into the skillet, and stir in cream cheese until melted. Mix in basil. Season with salt and pepper, and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Serve over the cooked pasta.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 378.6 calories, Carbohydrate 44.1 g, Cholesterol 72.4 mg, Fat 17.4 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 12.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 517.2 mg, Sugar 3.3 g
FETTUCCINE ALFREDO WITH ZUCCHINI RIBBONS
Steps:
- Slice the ends off the zucchini and discard. Using a mandolin or carefully with a sharp knife slice the zucchini lengthwise into very thin slices. Stack the slices and cut with a knife lengthwise into 1/4 inch-thick ribbons.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in large non-stick skillet over a medium heat. Add 1 clove of the garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Add the zucchini ribbons, cover and cook until the zucchini is tender, stirring occasionally, about 6 minutes. Transfer the zucchini to a bowl.
- Cook the pasta al dente according to the directions on the package. Ladle out a half cup of the pasta water and set aside. Drain the pasta and return it to the pasta pot.
- Meanwhile, make the sauce. Stir the flour into the low-fat milk until it is completely dissolved. Put the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in the skillet and heat over a medium-high heat. Add the remaining clove of garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Add the flour-milk mixture and cook until the mixture begins to boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes more. Add the evaporated milk, salt and the cheese and cook, stirring, until the cheese is melted, about 1 minute. Season with additional salt to taste.
- Add the sauce, the zucchini and 3 tablespoons of the parsley to the pasta in the pot and toss to combine. Add a little of the reserved pasta water as necessary to loosen.
- To serve, place 2 cups of the pasta mixture on each plate and garnish with remaining parsley.
- Excellent Source of: Calcium, Copper, Fiber, Folate, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Molybdenum, Niacin, Phosphorus, Potassium, Protein, Riboflavin, Selenium, Thiamin, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Vitamin K
- Good Source of: Iodine, Pantothenic Acid, Vitamin A, Vitamin B12, Vitamin D
CHICKEN ALFREDO WITH ZUCCHINI RIBBONS
Provided by Ellie Krieger
Categories Milk/Cream Cheese Chicken Dairy Pasta Poultry Dinner Parmesan Squash Zucchini Summer Healthy Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Slice the ends off the zucchini and discard. Using a mandoline or carefully with a sharp knife, slice the zucchini lengthwise into very thin slices. Stack the slices and cut lengthwise into 1/4-inch-wide ribbons.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add half the garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Add the zucchini ribbons, cover, stirring occasionally, and cook until the zucchini is just tender, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a bowl.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in the skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken with 1/4 teaspoon salt and the black pepper and cook until cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer the chicken to a plate and tent with foil to keep warm.
- Cook the pasta al dente according to the directions on the package. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water. Drain the pasta and return it to the pasta pot.
- Meanwhile, make the sauce. Combine the flour and low-fat milk, stirring until the flour is dissolved. Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in the skillet over medium-high heat. Add the remaining garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Add the milk-flour mixture and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture begins to boil. Reduce the heat to low and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes more. Add the evaporated skim milk, the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, and the cheese and cook, stirring, until the cheese is melted, about 1 minute.
- Add 1 cup of the sauce, the zucchini, and 3 tablespoons of the parsley to the pasta in the pot and toss to combine. Add a little of the reserved pasta water as necessary to loosen the sauce.
- To serve, place 2 cups of the pasta mixture on each plate. Top with a piece of chicken. Drizzle with the remaining sauce and garnish with the remaining parsley.
ZUCCHINI LINGUINE ALFREDO
A much lighter pasta Alfredo recipe that's packed with veggies and flavor, but tastes as good as the original. Linguine is extended with shredded zucchini 'noodles' to lower the calorie count and up the nutrition! I promise you can't even tell the zucchini is in there. A great way to use up summer's zucchini abundance too!
Provided by Jacqueline
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 2h45m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Shred zucchini with the shredding blade of a food processor and toss with 1/2 teaspoon salt in a colander. Let the zucchini drain for 2 to 3 hours if possible. Transfer zucchini to several layers of paper towels and squeeze out as much liquid as possible.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; cook and stir garlic with 1/2 teaspoon salt and black pepper until garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in portobello mushrooms and cook until mushrooms have released their liquid, the juice has evaporated, and the mushrooms are browned, about 15 minutes. Stir shredded zucchini into the mushrooms and cook, stirring often, until the zucchini are tender but not mushy, about 5 minutes.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook the linguine at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes; drain. Transfer linguine into a large serving bowl.
- Toss pasta with zucchini-mushroom mixture, Parmesan cheese, and mushroom Alfredo sauce, tossing until thoroughly combined.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 438.3 calories, Carbohydrate 47.7 g, Cholesterol 26.9 mg, Fat 22.1 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 13.9 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 945.4 mg, Sugar 3.7 g
CHICKEN ALFREDO ZUCCHINI BOATS
Chicken, mushrooms, onion, broccoli and Classico® Creamy Alfredo sauce add the perfect punch to these zucchini boats!
Provided by Classico
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Classico® Pasta Sauce
Time 55m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray.
- Slice zucchini in half lengthwise and remove inner flesh with a small scoop or spoon leaving a 1/2-inch thick shell. Chop the zucchini flesh and reserve.
- Lightly oil a non-stick skillet and set over medium heat. Add chicken; cook and stir until beginning to brown, about 5 minutes. Remove chicken from pan.
- Melt butter in skillet. Add onions, mushrooms, and broccoli. Cook and stir until onions are soft and broccoli is crisp tender, about 8 minutes. Add reserved zucchini flesh and chicken; continue to cook about 5 more minutes.
- Stir in the Alfredo sauce and bring to a low simmer; simmer 5 minutes. Season with pepper.
- Fill zucchini boats with Alfredo mixture; place on prepared baking sheet. Top with 1 tablespoon shredded mozzarella cheese, tomato slice, and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake until zucchini are tender and cheese has melted, about 20 minutes. Let cool 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 386 calories, Carbohydrate 14.5 g, Cholesterol 150.3 mg, Fat 26.3 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 24.1 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, Sodium 1324.4 mg, Sugar 5.8 g
ZUCCHINI FETTUCCINE WITH CAULIFLOWER ALFREDO AND PEAS
If you know me, then you should expect peas in my pasta dishes. I created this dish using my favorite combination of vegetables! This dish is super delicious. I bet adding chicken or shrimp to this dish would be very good. Due to my new love for turmeric, I decided to add some into this dish. Yum. Garnish with fresh herbs.
Provided by Cindy Anschutz Barbieri
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Squash
Time 39m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Place cauliflower in a pot with water to cover; bring to a boil. Cook until tender, about 6 minutes. Drain; transfer to a food processor.
- Cut zucchini into noodles using a spiralizer.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add garlic; cook and stir for 1 minute. Transfer garlic to the food processor, reserving oil in the skillet. Add almond milk, lemon juice, flax seeds, parsley, basil, salt, pepper, turmeric, and sriracha sauce to the food processor; blend until smooth.
- Heat reserved oil in the skillet. Toss in zucchini noodles; cook and stir using tongs, 3 to 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Add spinach and stir until wilted, about 2 minutes. Add peas; cook and stir until heated through, about 2 minutes.
- Transfer zucchini noodle mixture to a large bowl. Pour in almond milk sauce and toss to combine. Garnish with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 188.6 calories, Carbohydrate 16.6 g, Cholesterol 4.4 mg, Fat 11.7 g, Fiber 7.6 g, Protein 8.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 551.9 mg, Sugar 6.7 g
ZUCCHINI NOODLE ALFREDO
A great alternative to pasta. Top with grilled chicken for a well-rounded meal.
Provided by Jenna R
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir pine nuts until fragrant and toasted, about 5 minutes.
- Slice zucchini into noodle-shaped strands using a spiralizing device.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir mushrooms, asparagus, and prosciutto until vegetables are tender and prosciutto is slightly crisp, 6 to 8 minutes.
- Stir Alfredo sauce, peas, and zucchini into vegetable-prosciutto mixture; toss gently and simmer over low heat until sauce is heated through, 2 to 3 minutes. Mix tomatoes into zucchini mixture and remove skillet from heat.
- Ladle zucchini mixture into bowls and season with white pepper and nutmeg. Sprinkle basil and pine nuts over each.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 399.8 calories, Carbohydrate 15.1 g, Cholesterol 37.5 mg, Fat 34.2 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 12.9 g, SaturatedFat 10.5 g, Sodium 912.9 mg, Sugar 6.9 g
ZUCCHINI FETTUCCINE WITH CREAMY WHITE BEAN "ALFREDO" SAUCE
A revelation! The rich and creamy sauce - made with only white beans, garlic, almond milk, a drizzle of olive oil plus salt and pepper - perfectly coats tender-to-the-bite zucchini ribbons. Only 5 ingredients and 15 minutes for this hearty and healthy gluten-free and vegan dinner. Score!
Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Make the sauce: Add the drained beans, garlic, almond milk, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 tablespoon olive oil to the pitcher of a blender (high-speed blender is best). Puree, blending for about a minute until completely smooth. Taste and add additional salt and pepper if desired. You may also want to add more garlic if your garlic is mild and/or you reallllly love garlic.
- Make and cook the zucchini pasta: Using a spiralizer, cut the zucchini into ribbons. Set a large saute pan over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and a pinch of salt. When hot, add the zucchini. Saute, stirring occasionally, until tender and reduced in size a bit, 2-3 minutes.
- Add sauce! Pour the sauce over the top. Cook, stirring occasionally, until heated through, about 2 more minutes.
- Top with herbs and a drizzle of olive oil if desired. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 /4 of recipe, Calories 215 kcal, Sugar 3.8 g, Sodium 350 mg, Fat 8.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Carbohydrate 27.9 g, Fiber 10.9 g, Protein 10.7 g
CHICKEN ZUCCHINI ALFREDO
This is a delicious and healthy twist to your usual chicken Alfredo.
Provided by kblea001
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Chicken
Time 55m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Stir in the fettuccine, bring back to a boil, and cook pasta over medium heat until cooked through but still firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Reserve about 1/2 cup cooking water and drain pasta.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir 1 clove garlic in hot oil until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add zucchini and red pepper flakes. Continue to cook and stir until zucchini are tender, about 5 minutes. Transfer vegetables to a large bowl and cover with aluminum foil.
- Season chicken breast halves with kosher salt and black pepper.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat in the same skillet used to cook zucchini. Pan-fry chicken in hot oil until juices run clear and center is no longer pink, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to a plate and cut into strips. Cover with aluminum foil.
- Whisk milk and flour together in a bowl.
- Heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large saucepan; cook and stir remaining 1 clove garlic in hot oil until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in flour mixture and bring to a boil while stirring constantly. Reduce heat to low and continue cooking and stirring for 2 minutes. Stir Parmesan cheese, evaporated milk, and 1/2 teaspoon salt into the flour mixture, stirring until cheese is melted and sauce is heated through, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper.
- Toss pasta, chicken strips, zucchini, and parsley into sauce, adding reserved cooking water as needed if sauce is too thick.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 453.7 calories, Carbohydrate 48.8 g, Cholesterol 59 mg, Fat 15 g, Fiber 6.9 g, Protein 33.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 479 mg, Sugar 5.6 g
ZUCCHINI ALFREDO
Steps:
- 1. Cook noodles according to package directions 2. Shred zucchini 3. Saute garlic and zucchini. 4. Mix in alfredo sauce 5. Salt & pepper to taste 6. Serve over noodles
Tips:
- Select High-Quality Zucchini: Choose firm, deep-green zucchini for the best flavor and texture.
- Properly Prepare the Zucchini: Before cooking, wash and trim the zucchini, then slice or spiralize it to your desired shape.
- Cook Zucchini Properly: Cook the zucchini until it's tender but still slightly crisp to retain its texture and nutrients.
- Use Quality Alfredo Sauce: If making your own Alfredo sauce, use high-quality ingredients like freshly grated Parmesan cheese and real butter.
- Season to Taste: Adjust the seasoning of the Alfredo sauce with salt, pepper, and garlic powder to your preference.
- Garnish for Presentation: Before serving, garnish the Zucchini Alfredo with fresh parsley, basil, or grated Parmesan cheese for an appealing presentation.
Conclusion:
In conclusion, Zucchini Alfredo is a versatile and delectable dish that combines the refreshing taste of zucchini with the creamy richness of Alfredo sauce. This recipe is a perfect way to enjoy the bounty of fresh zucchini during the summer season. Whether served as a main course or a side dish, Zucchini Alfredo is sure to be a hit with family and friends. With its ease of preparation and customizable flavors, this dish is a must-try for home cooks of all skill levels. So, gather your ingredients, fire up the stove, and embark on a culinary journey that's both satisfying and delicious!
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