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Lemon Garlic Chicken with Zoodles - this is a carb-free meal that is quick and simple to make.

Lemon Garlic Chicken Zoodles

This is a carb-free meal that is quick and simple to make. It's also super healthy! The kids might not be a fan of this noodle substitute but if you're looking to eat healthier, this is a recipe you'll love.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 people

Ingredients
 

  • 6 zucchini
  • 2 g chicken breasts, cut into 2cm cubes, about 15/ 425 gr
  • 4 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
  • 3 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 lemon, juice
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Ground black pepper, to taste
  • grated parmesan cheese, optional
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes, optional

Instructions
 

  • Using a spiraliser, create zucchini spaghetti (always read the directions as they vary by brand). If you don't have a spiraliser use a regular vegetable peeler to vertically peel long, thin strips of the zucchini. This will form more of a wider "noodle" from the zucchini, like fettuccini.
  • Heat one tablespoon of olive oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add zucchini noodles and cook for about 90 seconds, until zucchini noodles are tender but still retain some crunch. Super important - don't overcook!
  • Transfer into a colander and let the noodles rest for about 3 minutes so that they can release all of the moisture.
  • Wipe the pan and heat one tablespoon of olive oil, when sizzling add chicken cubes and cook until browned on all sides.
  • Add tomatoes and parsley, lower to a simmer and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until tomatoes start to break down and release some of their juice.
  • In a small bowl combine lemon juice, the remaining tablespoon of olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper.
  • Add the lemon juice mixture and stir until combined. Cook for 1 minute.
  • Plate up the zoodles then add the chicken mixture on top. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes (optional). Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Ensure you don't overcook the zoodles as the really do cook quickly.
  • I bought my spiraliser from Kmart but have seen them also in Aldi and Target.