Keto Chicken Alfredo with Zucchini Noodles
**Keto Chicken Alfredo with Zucchini Noodles** This keto-friendly version of the classic chicken Alfredo is a delicious and satisfying meal. The chicken is cooked to perfection and the zucchini noodles are a great low-carb alternative to traditional pasta. The Alfredo sauce is rich and creamy, and the Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses add a delicious flavor. This dish is sure to become a favorite for anyone following a keto diet. **Ingredients:** * 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts * 1 tablespoon olive oil * 1/2 teaspoon salt * 1/2 teaspoon black pepper * 1/2 cup heavy cream * 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese * 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese * 2 medium zucchini, spiralized * Chopped parsley, for garnish (optional) **Instructions:** 1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). 2. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. 3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. 4. Add chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown. 5. Transfer chicken breasts to a baking dish and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through. 6. While the chicken is cooking, prepare the Alfredo sauce. In a small saucepan, combine heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and mozzarella cheese. 7. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth. 8. Remove the chicken from the oven and slice it into thin strips. 9. Add the zucchini noodles to the Alfredo sauce and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until tender. 10. Add the chicken to the sauce and stir to combine. 11. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste. 12. Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired. 13. Serve immediately.
**The History of Chicken Alfredo** Chicken Alfredo is a classic Italian-American dish that is said to have been created in the early 1900s by Alfredo di Lelio, a restaurateur in Rome. The dish is made with chicken, fettuccine noodles, and a creamy Alfredo sauce. The Alfredo sauce is made with butter, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and black pepper. There are many different stories about how Chicken Alfredo came to be created. One story says that Alfredo di Lelio created the dish for his wife, who was pregnant and craving pasta. Another story says that Alfredo di Lelio created the dish for a group of American tourists who were visiting his restaurant. Whatever the true story, Chicken Alfredo has become a popular dish all over the world. **Keto Chicken Alfredo with Zucchini Noodles** This keto-friendly version of Chicken Alfredo is made with zucchini noodles instead of fettuccine noodles. Zucchini noodles are a low-carb alternative to traditional pasta, and they are also a good source of vitamins and minerals. The Alfredo sauce is made with heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and mozzarella cheese. This dish is a delicious and satisfying meal that is perfect for anyone following a keto diet. **Why It Works** * The zucchini noodles are a great low-carb alternative to traditional pasta. * The Alfredo sauce is rich and creamy, and the Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses add a delicious flavor. * This dish is easy to make and can be ready in under 30 minutes.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 30 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp each salt and pepper
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 medium zucchini, spiralized
  • Chopped parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  4. Add chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
  5. Transfer chicken breasts to a baking dish and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through.
  6. While the chicken is cooking, prepare the Alfredo sauce. In a small saucepan, combine heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and mozzarella cheese.
  7. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
  8. Remove the chicken from the oven and slice it into thin strips.
  9. Add the zucchini noodles to the Alfredo sauce and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until tender.
  10. Add the chicken to the sauce and stir to combine.
  11. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
  12. Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.
  13. Serve immediately.
Why It Works
  • The zucchini noodles are a great low-carb alternative to traditional pasta.
  • The Alfredo sauce is rich and creamy, and the Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses add a delicious flavor.
  • This dish is easy to make and can be ready in under 30 minutes.