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Chicken Zucchini Pasta served with tender chicken, fresh zucchini, and Parmesan cheese, a healthy pasta recipe perfect for an easy chicken pasta dinner

Chicken zucchini pasta

Chicken Zucchini Pasta is a light, flavorful meal that combines tender chicken, fresh zucchini, and perfectly cooked pasta in a simple, delicious dish. It's quick to prepare, packed with protein and vegetables, and perfect for busy weeknights or healthy family dinners. With its fresh ingredients and satisfying taste, this recipe offers a comforting meal that's both wholesome and easy to customize with your favorite herbs, cheese, or sauce.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: dinner
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 480
Ingredients

Ingredients
  

  • 4  medium zucchini, spiralized into noodles
  • 1 teaspoon  salt (for drawing out moisture)
  • 2 tablespoons  boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
  • 2 cup  olive oil, divided
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2  cup heavy cream (or full-fat coconut milk for a lighter version)
  • 1/2 cup  grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon   red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper, to tast
  • Fresh basil, torn, for serving