Description
A quick and easy creamy keto chicken Alfredo made with fresh zucchini noodles, delivering rich flavor and low-carb comfort without the carb crash.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced or cubed
- 3 medium zucchinis, spiralized into noodles
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, freshly minced
- 1 cup heavy cream (full-fat)
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (blend of dried basil, oregano, and thyme)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, freshly ground, to taste
- Optional: red pepper flakes for heat
- Optional: fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Wash and dry zucchinis. Using a spiralizer, create noodles and place them in a colander or large bowl. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt and let sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture. Gently squeeze noodles with a clean kitchen towel to remove remaining water.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and half of the Italian seasoning. Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until golden and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove from pan and set aside to rest.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium-low and add remaining butter. Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds to 1 minute, avoiding browning.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring constantly.
- Gradually whisk in freshly grated Parmesan cheese until sauce thickens. Stir in remaining Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste. If sauce is too thick, add a splash of water or chicken broth to loosen.
- Slice cooked chicken into strips or bite-sized pieces. Add zucchini noodles and chicken back into skillet with Alfredo sauce. Toss gently over low heat to warm through, avoiding overcooking noodles.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Sprinkle with optional red pepper flakes or fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Salting and draining zucchini noodles before cooking prevents sogginess. Cook chicken in batches if needed to avoid steaming. Use freshly grated Parmesan for best melting and flavor. Reheat gently on stovetop with splash of cream or broth to avoid sauce separation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approxima
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 32
- Saturated Fat: 18
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 30
Keywords: keto, chicken Alfredo, zucchini noodles, low-carb, creamy sauce, easy dinner, weeknight meal