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Parmesan Zucchini Tomato Chicken Spaghetti

Delicious Parmesan Zucchini Tomato Chicken Spaghetti

This Parmesan Zucchini Tomato Chicken Spaghetti is a quick, healthy dish packed with flavor, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 434

Ingredients
  

  • 4 medium zucchini
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts chopped into bite-size chunks
  • 2 Tablespoons avocado oil or olive oil
  • sea salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup pesto
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/3 cup parmesan cheese plus more for topping
  • fresh basil for garnish
  • crushed red pepper for garnish (optional)

Equipment

  • Spiralizer
  • large skillet

Method
 

  1. Use a spiralizer to make zucchini noodles. Alternatively, use a vegetable peeler to peel the zucchini into thin ribbons or a mandolin with the julienne blade, or buy zucchini noodles from the store.
  2. Add 1 tablespoon of oil to a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add chicken chunks and sauté until cooked through, about 6-7 minutes. Season generously with salt and pepper while the chicken cooks. Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate.
  3. In the same skillet over medium heat, add the remaining tablespoon of oil, pesto, tomatoes, and zucchini noodles. Cook while stirring until the noodles are coated with the pesto and slightly softened, about 1 minute. Add the chicken back to the pan with the noodles and toss. Add parmesan and stir everything together for about 30 seconds more. Taste and season with additional salt and pepper if needed.
  4. Portion the dish and serve warm with fresh basil, additional parmesan, and crushed red pepper for a little heat.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 434kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 35gFat: 28gSodium: 658mgFiber: 3gSugar: 7g

Notes

Customize the dish by adding shrimp or using different vegetables for variation. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.

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