Creamy Zucchini and Chicken Pasta: Easy Weeknight Delight
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A delicious and creamy zucchini and chicken pasta that’s perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 2 cups zucchini, diced
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the diced zucchini to the skillet and sauté for another 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and combined.
- Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet and toss to combine.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- You can use any type of pasta you prefer.
- Feel free to add more vegetables like bell peppers or spinach.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 130mg