If you're looking for a quick and easy dinner that's both flavorful and healthy, look no further than this zucchini noodle chicken alfredo recipe by Tasty. This low-carb dish is made with spiralized zucchini noodles, tender chicken, a creamy Alfredo sauce, and a sprinkling of Parmesan cheese. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables and protein, and it's sure to be a hit with the whole family.
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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
CHICKEN ALFREDO
Bright broccoli, zucchini and sweet red pepper lend fresh taste to this rich chicken and pasta entree. Cream cheese makes the smooth sauce a snap to stir up. -Jody Stewart, Goldsboro, North Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 15m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large skillet over low heat, melt cream cheese and butter; stir until smooth. Add the milk, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Cook and stir for 3 minutes or until thickened. , Add the chicken, broccoli, zucchini and red pepper. Cook over medium heat for 3 minutes. Reduce heat; cover and cook 5 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender. Serve with fettuccine.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 353 calories, Fat 27g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 102mg cholesterol, Sodium 268mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 16g protein.
EASY CHICKEN ALFREDO PENNE RECIPE BY TASTY
Nothing spells comfort like Italian food. Steaming bowls of pasta, buttery, roasted garlic bread, and tureens of the most flavorful sauces: it's all right there. Sometimes, you want to bring that comfort into your very own kitchen and, well, we've got just the recipe for you. This easy chicken alfredo penne will have you saying 'mangia!' before you even know it.
Provided by Claire Nolan
Categories Dinner
Time 33m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a pan over medium-high heat, melt butter, then add the chicken breast.
- Season with salt, pepper, oregano, and basil. Cook 8-10 minutes or until chicken is fully cooked. Remove from heat and set chicken aside.
- In the same pan over medium heat, melt butter and add the garlic. Cook until the garlic begins to soften.
- Add half of the flour to the garlic and butter, stirring until incorporated. Then add the rest of the flour and stir.
- Pour in the milk a little bit at a time, stirring well in between, until fully incorporated and sauce begins to thicken.
- Season with salt, pepper, oregano, and basil, and stir well to incorporate.
- Add parmesan cheese and stir until melted.
- Pour the sauce over cooked penne pasta, add the chicken and mix well.
- Add parsley and extra parmesan. Mix well.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 573 calories, Carbohydrate 64 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 40 grams, Sugar 6 grams
MIKE'S EPIC ZOODLE FETTUCCINE ALFREDO WITH CHICKEN
A noodle-free zucchini and chicken dish with a garlicky homemade Alfredo sauce garnished with tomatoes.
Provided by Deana R Okun
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 1h5m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Combine kosher salt and boiling water in a large bowl; stir to dissolve. Add cold water and chicken strips. Refrigerate 30 minutes to 1 hour. Drain and pat chicken dry before cooking.
- Use a mandoline to cut zucchini into slices 1/8-inch thick. Cut slices into strips about the thickness of fettuccine. Place zucchini in a bowl and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons salt to cover. Leave for 30 minute to soften.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken; cook until browned on all sides, no longer pink inside, and juices run clear, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer cooked chicken to a bowl.
- Add butter to the same skillet over high heat. Crush garlic directly into skillet. Add cream and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and add Parmesan cheese. Whisk continuously until fully melted, about 2 minutes. Add pepper. Add zucchini strips to the skillet; cook and stir for 1 to 2 minutes.
- Return cooked chicken to the skillet; cook until warmed through, about 1 minute more. Toss well to coat. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with tomatoes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 692.3 calories, Carbohydrate 9.4 g, Cholesterol 212 mg, Fat 57.2 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 37.1 g, SaturatedFat 33.7 g, Sodium 8314 mg, Sugar 3 g
Tips:
- For a crispier zucchini noodle, use a spiralizer with a wider blade. This will create thicker noodles that hold their shape better during cooking.
- If you don't have a spiralizer, you can use a julienne peeler to create zucchini noodles. Be sure to peel the zucchini lengthwise into thin, even strips.
- To prevent the zucchini noodles from getting watery, salt them lightly and let them sit for 10 minutes before cooking. This will help draw out excess moisture.
- Cook the zucchini noodles briefly, just until they are tender-crisp. Overcooking will make them mushy.
- Use a good quality Alfredo sauce for the best flavor. You can make your own Alfredo sauce or use a store-bought variety.
- Add your favorite cooked chicken to the Alfredo sauce. You can use grilled, roasted, or pan-fried chicken.
- Serve the zucchini noodle chicken Alfredo immediately with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.
Conclusion:
Zucchini noodle chicken Alfredo is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. With its creamy Alfredo sauce, tender chicken, and fresh zucchini noodles, this dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family.
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