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Creamy Low Carb Zucchini Noodle Chicken Alfredo Recipe Easy and Healthy

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A quick and healthy low carb twist on classic chicken Alfredo using zucchini noodles and a creamy sauce made with cream cheese and Parmesan.

Ingredients

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  • 4 medium zucchinis, spiralized into noodles
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (75 grams)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • Handful of fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions

  1. Using your spiralizer, turn the zucchinis into noodles. Place them in a colander, sprinkle lightly with salt, and set aside for 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture. Then, gently pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces, season with salt, pepper, and half the Italian seasoning. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and cooked through. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and minced garlic. Cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Lower heat to medium. Add the heavy cream and softened cream cheese to the pan, stirring continuously to melt the cheese smoothly. When the sauce starts to thicken slightly, add the Parmesan cheese and remaining Italian seasoning. Stir until the sauce is creamy and well combined.
  5. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the sauce. Toss in the zucchini noodles and gently stir to coat everything evenly. Cook for 2-3 minutes—just enough for the zoodles to warm through but still keep a slight crunch.
  6. Taste the dish and add salt or pepper as needed. Remove from heat.
  7. Plate the creamy low carb zucchini noodle chicken Alfredo immediately, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.

Notes

Salt zucchini noodles and drain to prevent watery sauce. Use room temperature cream cheese for smooth melting. Avoid overcooking zucchini noodles to keep a slight crunch. If sauce thickens too much, add a splash of chicken broth or cream to loosen.

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