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Lemon Garlic Chicken Zoodles Recipe

Lemon Garlic Chicken Zoodles Recipe
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Lemon Garlic Chicken Zoodles is a light and flavorful low-carb dish featuring tender sautéed chicken, fresh spiralized zucchini noodles, and a bright lemon garlic sauce. Perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner, this recipe is quick to prepare and garnished with Parmesan cheese and fresh basil for an extra burst of flavor.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)

Zoodles and Sauce

  • 3 medium zucchinis, spiralized
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
  • Fresh basil for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Season the sliced chicken breasts evenly with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to enhance the flavor of the meat. Make sure all pieces are coated well.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken slices and sauté them for about 5 to 7 minutes or until they turn golden brown and are cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside on a plate.
  3. Sauté the Zoodles: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for approximately 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it. Next, add the spiralized zucchini noodles and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they become slightly tender but still maintain some crunch.
  4. Combine: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the zoodles. Pour in the freshly squeezed lemon juice and gently toss everything together to combine the flavors evenly and warm the chicken through for another 1 to 2 minutes.
  5. Serve: Transfer the lemon garlic chicken zoodles to serving plates. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves, if desired, to add a rich and aromatic finishing touch. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, increase the amount of red pepper flakes according to your preference.
  • You can substitute Parmesan cheese with nutritional yeast for a dairy-free option.
  • Spiralize zucchinis just before cooking to prevent sogginess.
  • Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor instead of bottled lemon juice.
  • To keep the dish gluten free, ensure all ingredients, especially the Parmesan cheese, are labeled gluten free.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

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Keywords: lemon garlic chicken, zoodles, low carb chicken recipe, healthy chicken dinner, zucchini noodles, quick chicken skillet

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