Pesto Zucchini Noodles with Grilled Chicken

This easy and healthy pesto zucchini noodle dish with grilled chicken is a delicious and nutritious meal that can be made in just 20 minutes. The spiralized zucchini noodles are tossed in a flavorful pesto sauce, and then topped with grilled chicken, cherry tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, and pine nuts. This dish is a great way to get your vegetables in and is also a good source of protein and healthy fats.

The zucchini noodle has become a ubiquitous presence in the kitchens of health-conscious home cooks in recent years, and for good reason: it's a low-carb, gluten-free, and surprisingly versatile vegetable that can be used in a variety of dishes. But while zucchini noodles are often touted as a healthy alternative to pasta, they can sometimes be bland and watery. That's where this recipe comes in: by tossing the zucchini noodles in a flavorful pesto sauce and then topping them with grilled chicken, cherry tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, and pine nuts, you create a dish that is both delicious and nutritious.

Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 15 | Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 1 pound zucchini, spiralized
• 1/2 cup prepared pesto
• 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup grilled chicken, sliced
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons pine nuts
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Cook the zucchini noodles according to the package instructions.
2. Drain the zucchini noodles and rinse with cold water.
3. Toss the zucchini noodles with the pesto, cherry tomatoes, grilled chicken, Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, salt, and pepper.
4. Serve immediately.

Why It Works

• The pesto sauce adds a ton of flavor to the zucchini noodles.
• The grilled chicken adds protein and a smoky flavor.
• The cherry tomatoes add a bit of sweetness and acidity.
• The Parmesan cheese adds a salty and nutty flavor.
• The pine nuts add a bit of crunch and texture.