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Keto Chicken Alfredo served with zoodles and garnished with parsley

Keto Chicken Alfredo with Zoodles

Enjoy a rich, creamy Keto Chicken Alfredo with zucchini noodles for a cozy, low-carb dinner that feels indulgent yet is perfect for your diet.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American, Keto
Servings 4 servings
Calories 500 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lb), sliced or pounded thin
  • 4 medium zucchinis, spiralized into zoodles (about 6 cups)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup full-fat cream cheese, softened
  • 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese Use freshly grated for the creamiest sauce
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional, adds warmth)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
  • Lemon wedges, optional, to brighten the dish

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Pat chicken dry, season both sides with salt and pepper. Spiralize zucchinis and place zoodles in a colander with a pinch of salt to drain excess moisture for 10 minutes.

Cooking the Chicken

  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook 4–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through (internal temp 165°F). Remove and let rest, then slice thinly.

Making the Alfredo Sauce

  • In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium, add butter and remaining oil. Sauté garlic until fragrant (30–45 seconds). Stir in heavy cream and cream cheese, whisking until smooth. Simmer 2–3 minutes, then whisk in Parmesan until melted. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.

Combining and Serving

  • Add zoodles to the skillet and toss gently for 1–2 minutes to warm and coat in sauce (don’t overcook or they’ll get soggy). Return sliced chicken to the pan, toss gently to combine. Garnish with parsley and a squeeze of lemon if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

For a dairy-free version, use a coconut cream base and nutritional yeast. Avoid overcooking zoodles, as they should remain tender-crisp.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 35gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4g
Keyword comfort food, Healthy Dinner, Keto Chicken Alfredo, Low-Carb Pasta, zoodles
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