Description
A light and filling Chicken Zucchini Pasta dish, perfect for busy weeknights or a relaxed weekend meal, combining lean protein and fresh vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts, diced
- 2 medium zucchinis, spiralized
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese for serving
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the spiralized zucchini to the skillet, tossing to combine. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the zucchini is tender but not mushy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, topped with Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.
Notes
Avoid overcooking the zucchini to retain its texture, and use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 65mg