Description
Enjoy easy and delicious low carb healthy dinner recipes without sacrificing flavor. This recipe features chicken, zucchini noodles, bell peppers, and broccoli with bold herbs and Parmesan cheese, perfect for a guilt-free family dinner.
Ingredients
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- 500g boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1 medium zucchini, spiralized
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Optional: 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Slice chicken into bite-sized pieces. Spiralize zucchini and chop vegetables.
- Toss chicken with smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet and cook chicken until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté garlic in remaining oil, then add bell pepper and broccoli. Cook 4–5 minutes.
- Add zucchini noodles and cook 2–3 minutes.
- Return chicken, sprinkle Parmesan, drizzle lemon juice, and stir gently.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
Zoodles should be lightly cooked to avoid sogginess. Can be stored in the fridge for 2–3 days. Reheat gently on a skillet to keep vegetables crisp. Add avocado slices or nuts for creaminess and extra texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg