Lemon Garlic Chicken Zoodles: Quick, Healthy & Delicious Dinner

Lemon Garlic Chicken Zoodles offers a refreshing, low-carb alternative to pasta with vibrant flavors, perfect for busy weeknights.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Healthy

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

2 pieces Chicken Breasts Boneless and skinless
2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing
1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust based on heat preference
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper

For the Zoodles

2 medium Zucchini Spiralized
2 cloves Garlic Freshly minced
1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed

Optional Additions

1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated
to taste Fresh Basil For garnish

Equipment

Large skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Season the sliced chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Let sit for 5 minutes.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté chicken for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds. Add spiralized zucchini and cook for 2-3 minutes.
Return chicken to the skillet and drizzle with freshly squeezed lemon juice. Toss to combine and heat through for 1 minute.
Plate the Zoodles while warm, and garnish with optional Parmesan cheese and basil leaves. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Prep all ingredients first for a streamlined cooking experience. Avoid overcooking zucchini to maintain texture.

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