Description
A lighter twist on the classic chicken Alfredo, using zucchini noodles and a creamy cauliflower-based sauce.
Ingredients
2 medium zucchinis, spiralized into noodles
2 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup cauliflower florets
1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons nutritional yeast (optional for extra flavor)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Start by spiralizing the zucchinis into noodles and setting them aside.
- Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked through. Once done, remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside to rest.
- While the chicken is cooking, steam the cauliflower florets until tender, about 10 minutes. Once the cauliflower is tender, transfer it to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. Add almond milk as needed to achieve a creamy consistency.
- Return the cauliflower mixture to the skillet, then stir in the Parmesan cheese, nutritional yeast (if using), onion powder, salt, and pepper. Heat the mixture over low heat until combined.
- In a separate large skillet, sauté the zucchini noodles over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until just tender.
- Slice the cooked chicken into thin strips.
- Combine the zucchini noodles with the cauliflower Alfredo sauce in the skillet. Add the sliced chicken on top and stir everything together until well coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
For a vegan version, skip the chicken and Parmesan cheese, and use a dairy-free cheese substitute.
Feel free to add extra vegetables like mushrooms, spinach, or bell peppers for added flavor and nutrition.
Chicken can be substituted with grilled shrimp or a plant-based protein for variety.
This dish is naturally gluten-free and can be made ahead of time with storage instructions provided.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet/Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
