Protein Veggie Zucchini Chicken Alfredo (Printable)

Creamy Alfredo with tender chicken, spiralized zucchini noodles, and vibrant vegetables for a high-protein, low-carb Italian-inspired meal.

# What You Need:

→ Proteins

01 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.1 lbs), cut into thin strips

→ Vegetables

02 - 4 medium zucchinis, spiralized into noodles
03 - 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
04 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
05 - 1 cup baby spinach leaves
06 - 1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed

→ Alfredo Sauce

07 - 2 tbsp olive oil
08 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
09 - 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
10 - 1 cup heavy cream
11 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
12 - 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
13 - 1/4 tsp nutmeg (optional)
14 - Salt, to taste

→ Garnish

15 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
16 - Additional Parmesan cheese, for serving

# How-To:

01 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken strips lightly with salt and pepper. Cook until golden and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
02 - In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil and sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, and peas. Cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.
03 - Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan, black pepper, and nutmeg. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens.
04 - Add zucchini noodles and spinach to the skillet. Toss gently to coat with the sauce. Cook for 2-3 minutes until zucchini is just tender but still retains some bite.
05 - Return cooked chicken to the skillet and toss everything together for 1-2 minutes until heated through. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Serve immediately garnished with chopped parsley and extra Parmesan cheese.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • You get all the creamy Alfredo comfort without the heavy pasta crash afterward
  • The rainbow of vegetables makes it feel like youre treating yourself to something restaurant quality
  • Leftovers reheat surprisingly well for lunch the next day
02 -
  • Zucchini noodles release a lot of water so do not overcook them or you will end up with a soupy situation
  • The sauce continues to thicken off the heat so pull it a little earlier than you think
  • Grating your own Parmesan makes a huge difference compared to pre grated stuff
03 -
  • Season your chicken right before it hits the pan not ahead to prevent drawing out moisture
  • Warm your serving bowls in the oven for five minutes so the sauce stays creamy longer

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