Chicken Zoodles with Pesto
Chicken Zoodles with Pesto is a low-carb, gluten-free, and keto-friendly dish that is easy to make and packed with flavor. This dish is a great way to incorporate more veggies into your diet while still enjoying the delicious taste of grilled chicken. It's also a great source of protein and healthy fats, thanks to the chicken and pesto sauce. However, people with a nut allergy or dairy allergy should avoid this dish.
Allergen Information: Contains None
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
157 kcal
Protein
12 g
Carbs
3 g
Fat
11 g
Fiber
1 g
Ingredients
Chicken, poultry, breast, skinless
200 gms (200g)
Zucchini
200 gm (200g)
Common salt
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Black Pepper
0.5 tsp (1g)
Olive Oil
1 tsp (5g)
Fresh basil leaves (Chopped)
2 tbsp (10g)
Homemade Pesto (without yeast)
2 tbsp (30g)
Instructions
Cooking Steps
Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
Brush the chicken breasts with olive oil and place them on the grill pan. Grill for 6-8 minutes on each side or until cooked through.
Remove the chicken from the grill pan and let it rest for 5 minutes.
In the meantime, spiralize the zucchinis into noodles using a spiralizer.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add oil and the zucchini noodles. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the zoodles are tender but still have a crunch.
Add the pesto sauce to the skillet and mix well with the zoodles.
Shred the grilled chicken breasts using a fork.
Divide the zoodle mixture in bowls and top with the shredded chicken.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve hot.
Community Reviews & Results
Tanvi Rani Verma
"Including this in my weekly meal plan, and I am genuinely impressed by how tasty this Chicken Zoodles with Pesto was. The clean ingredients made a noticeable difference in overall freshness. A must-try dish on your wellness journey."
Sanjay Roy
"Including this in my weekly meal plan, and it was light on digestion while being super quick to cook. The ingredient ratio is spot on, giving it a rich and authentic taste. Will be making this again very soon."
Pankaj Prasad Joshi
"Tried this earlier today, and it turned out so flavorful without using excessive oil. The clean ingredients made a noticeable difference in overall freshness. Highly recommended for anyone focused on clean eating!"
Amit Saran Saxena
"Made this for lunch on Tuesday, and it turned out so flavorful without using excessive oil. It has just the right amount of seasoning to keep things light yet tasty. Will definitely keep this in my regular rotation."