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Flavorful Garlic Butter Zucchini Noodles with Chicken

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A quick and healthy dinner featuring tender zucchini noodles tossed in a rich garlic butter sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and juicy chicken. This easy recipe delivers bold flavors without the heaviness of traditional pasta dishes.

Ingredients

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  • 4 medium zucchinis, spiralized (about 4 cups of noodles)
  • Pinch of salt (to draw out excess moisture)
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 12 oz / 340 g), sliced thinly
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (oil-packed)
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth or dry white wine
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Optional: freshly grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
  • Optional: juice of half a lemon

Instructions

  1. Spiralize zucchinis to create noodles. Sprinkle lightly with salt and toss to coat. Let sit in a colander for 10 minutes to draw out moisture, then gently squeeze with paper towels to dry thoroughly.
  2. Season sliced chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Toss to coat evenly.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken slices in a single layer and cook 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
  4. Reduce heat to medium. Add remaining 2 tablespoons butter to the skillet. Once melted, add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, avoiding burning.
  5. Stir in chopped sun-dried tomatoes and red pepper flakes; cook for another minute.
  6. Pour in chicken broth or white wine to deglaze the pan. Let simmer for 2 minutes to reduce slightly.
  7. Add zucchini noodles to the skillet. Toss gently and continuously for 2-3 minutes to coat noodles with sauce; noodles should be tender but still slightly firm.
  8. Return cooked chicken to the pan and toss gently to combine. If desired, squeeze in lemon juice and sprinkle chopped parsley over the top.
  9. Serve immediately, topped with freshly grated Parmesan if desired.

Notes

Dry zucchini noodles well by salting and pressing out moisture to prevent sogginess. Avoid overcooking noodles; 2-3 minutes in the pan is sufficient. Use fresh garlic and melt butter gently to avoid burnt garlic flavor. Thinly slice chicken for quick, even cooking. Deglaze pan with broth or wine to capture flavorful browned bits. Reheat leftovers gently in a skillet with broth to maintain texture.

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Keywords: zucchini noodles, garlic butter sauce, chicken recipe, healthy dinner, low carb, gluten-free, easy weeknight meal, sun-dried tomatoes

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