Keto Chicken Alfredo with Zucchini Noodles
This keto chicken alfredo tops zucchini noodles in a creamy garlic Parmesan sauce with seared, sliced chicken breast. About 7 g net carbs per serving.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 540kcal
Equipment
- Spiralizer
- Colander
- Large skillet (12-inch)
- Tongs
- Clean kitchen towel or paper towels
- Instant-read thermometer
Ingredients
- 4 medium zucchini about 2 pounds, spiralized
- 1 teaspoon salt divided
- 1 ¼ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts about 2
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¾ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese grated from a block
- ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg optional
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley optional
Instructions
- Toss the zucchini noodles with 1/2 teaspoon of the salt in a colander and let drain for 10 minutes. Squeeze them gently in a towel to remove excess water.
- Meanwhile, pound the chicken breasts to an even 3/4-inch thickness and season with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and the pepper.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 5–7 minutes per side, until golden and it reaches 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part. Transfer to a cutting board, rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
- Reduce the heat to medium. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil and the garlic and cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
- Pour in the cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Simmer for 2–3 minutes, then stir in the Parmesan a little at a time until melted and smooth. Add the nutmeg if using.
- Add the zucchini noodles and toss with tongs for 1–2 minutes, just until warm and coated. Do not overcook, or they will release water and thin the sauce.
- Divide among plates, top with the sliced chicken, and sprinkle with parsley if desired.
Notes
Salting and squeezing the zucchini noodles keeps the sauce from turning watery.
Store-bought spiralized zucchini works; use about 2 pounds.
Net carbs: about 7 g per serving (9 g carbohydrates minus 2 g fiber). Nutrition is an estimate per serving from USDA values.