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Chicken Pesto Zucchini Noodles

Fresh zucchini noodles tossed with chicken and pesto sauce for a light, flavorful dish.

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✨ Created by a FamilyPlate user

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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Difficulty
easy
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Meal Type
dinner
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Cooking Style
Quick

Nutrition (per serving)

350kcal
Calories
30g
Protein
10g
Carbs
20g
Fat

Ingredients

  • •2 medium zucchinis
  • •2 chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
  • •1 cup basil pesto
  • •1 tablespoon olive oil
  • •1/2 teaspoon salt
  • •1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • •1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • •1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Spiralize the zucchinis using a spiralizer to create zucchini noodles. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

  3. 3

    Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder (if using).

  4. 4

    Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and no longer pink in the center.

  5. 5

    Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it into bite-sized pieces.

  6. 6

    In the same skillet, add the zucchini noodles and sauté for about 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.

  7. 7

    Add the sliced chicken and pesto to the skillet with the zucchini noodles. Toss everything together until well combined and heated through.

  8. 8

    Serve immediately, topped with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

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