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Creamy zoodles with grilled chicken

Creamy Zucchini Noodle Alfredo with Chicken – 5-ingredient ultimate weeknight dinner that delights.

  • Author: RyderJameson
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Creamy Zucchini Noodle Alfredo with Chicken is a light, comforting pasta alternative that delivers rich Alfredo flavor without the heavy carbs. This gluten-free, high-protein weeknight dinner features spiralized zucchini, tender chicken, and a velvety sauce made with milk, Greek yogurt, and Parmesan. Quick to prepare, it satisfies pasta cravings while staying wholesome, ideal for meal prep and family-friendly weeknights. Low carb, easy, and delicious for busy cooks.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium zucchini, spiralized
  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, sliced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup milk
  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt, to taste
  • Optional: chopped parsley

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Pour in milk and bring to a gentle simmer.
  4. Stir in Greek yogurt and Parmesan cheese, whisking until smooth and creamy.
  5. Add Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
  6. Add cooked chicken and zucchini noodles to the skillet.
  7. Toss gently and cook 2-3 minutes until zucchini is tender but not soggy.
  8. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

  • For best texture, pat zucchini noodles dry before adding to the pan to reduce extra moisture.
  • Do not overcook zucchini; aim for tender-crisp noodles.
  • To make a dairy-free version, substitute with unsweetened almond milk, a dairy-free yogurt, and nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan.
  • If the sauce thickens, thin with a splash of milk.
  • Leftovers reheat well in a skillet with a splash of milk.
  • Season to taste and feel free to add red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (about 1 plate)
  • Calories: 270
  • Sugar: 6 g
  • Sodium: 480 mg
  • Fat: 19 g
  • Saturated Fat: 9 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 12 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 28 g
  • Cholesterol: 120 mg

Keywords: Creamy Zucchini Noodle Alfredo with Chicken, zucchini alfredo, gluten-free alfredo, high-protein dinner, weeknight dinner, low carb pasta alternative, chicken alfredo, healthy pasta, dairy pasta

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