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Creamy Keto Chicken Alfredo with Zucchini Noodles

Close-up of Keto Chicken Alfredo served over zucchini noodles (zoodles) in a white bowl.
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Make a rich, creamy, and satisfying Chicken Alfredo that fits your ketogenic diet using zucchini noodles instead of traditional pasta.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, cubed
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 medium zucchini, spiralized into noodles (zoodles)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken pieces lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant. Do not let the garlic burn.
  4. Pour in the heavy whipping cream. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  5. Add the cubed cream cheese. Whisk constantly until the cream cheese has fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
  6. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Continue stirring until the sauce thickens slightly, about 2-3 minutes.
  7. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and stir to coat it completely in the Alfredo sauce. Keep warm over low heat.
  8. While the sauce is simmering, prepare the zucchini noodles. You can lightly sauté the zoodles in a separate pan with a little butter for 1-2 minutes until slightly tender, or serve them raw for a crisp texture. Do not overcook them, or they will become watery.
  9. Divide the zoodles among serving plates. Top generously with the creamy keto chicken Alfredo sauce.
  10. Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese before serving.

Notes

  • For a thicker sauce, simmer the cream mixture a little longer before adding the cheese.
  • If you prefer a different low-carb noodle, shirataki noodles or palmini pasta work well; rinse and prepare them according to package directions.
  • You can add 1/4 teaspoon of xanthan gum to the sauce for extra thickening power, if desired.

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