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7) Chicken and Zucchini Noodle Primavera

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 3 medium zucchinis spiralized (about 6 cups noodles)
  • 1 small red bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas thawed
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil divided
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp grated Parmesan optional
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 tsp dried Italian seasoning
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish optional

Method
 

  1. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Cook chicken 5–7 minutes until browned and cooked through; remove and set aside.
  3. Add remaining oil to skillet, sauté garlic 30 seconds, then add bell pepper and tomatoes; cook 2–3 minutes.
  4. Stir in zucchini noodles and peas; toss for 2–3 minutes until noodles soften but not soggy.
  5. Return chicken to skillet, add chicken broth and Parmesan, toss to combine and heat through. Adjust seasoning.
  6. Serve topped with basil if using.