Mike's Epic Zoodle Fettuccine Alfredo with Chicken
Tender chicken and ribbons of zucchini stand in for pasta, all tossed in a rich Parmesan-garlic Alfredo that clings to every strand. Brining the chicken keeps it juicy, while a quick sauté preserves the zoodles’ bite. Serve Mike's Epic Zoodle Fettuccine Alfredo with Chicken for a comforting weeknight dinner that feels lighter yet still deeply satisfying.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Mike's Epic Zoodle Fettuccine Alfredo with Chicken, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 55 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 24 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 30
- Heart Health
- 49
- Metabolic
- 55
- Digestive
- 26
- Inflammatory
- 57
- Performance
- 53
- General Wellness
- 1
Mix kosher salt with boiling water in a large bowl, stirring until dissolved. Add cold water and the chicken strips. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour. Drain and pat the chicken dry before cooking.
- 2
Using a mandoline, slice the zucchini into 1/8-inch-thick slices. Cut the slices into strips about the width of fettuccine. Put the zucchini in a bowl and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons salt to cover. Let sit for 30 minute to soften.
- 3
Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides, no longer pink inside, and the juices run clear, 5 to 7 minutes. Move the cooked chicken to a bowl.
- 4
Add butter to the same skillet over high heat. Crush the garlic directly into the skillet. Pour in the cream and bring to a boil. Lower the heat to medium-low and add the Parmesan cheese. Whisk constantly until completely melted, about 2 minutes. Add pepper. Add the zucchini strips to the skillet and cook, stirring, for 1 to 2 minutes.
- 5
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and cook until heated through, about 1 minute more. Toss well to coat. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with tomatoes.
- Calories 850.94 kcal High 43%
- Protein 58.87 g Good Source 118%
- Carbohydrate 24.12 g 9%
- Total Fat 57.61 g High 74%
- Saturated Fat 33.91 g High 170%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 247.88 mg High 83%
- Sodium 1117.04 mg High 49%
- Dietary Fiber 10.54 g Good Source 38%
- Total Sugars 13.75 g --
- Added Sugars 9.95 g Moderate 20%
- Calcium 722.31 mg Good Source 56%
- Iron 3.63 mg Good Source 20%
- Potassium 847.73 mg Moderate 18%
- Vitamin A 33.65 mcg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin C 15.18 mg Moderate 17%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Mike's Epic Zoodle Fettuccine Alfredo with Chicken is made with 12 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 35 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Bottled Water, Butter, and Chicken Breast. Each serving provides about 850.94 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Mike's Epic Zoodle Fettuccine Alfredo with Chicken made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Bottled Water, Butter, Chicken Breast, Garlic. The full list of 12 is above.
- How long does it take to make Mike's Epic Zoodle Fettuccine Alfredo with Chicken?
- About 35 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 850.94 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Mike's Epic Zoodle Fettuccine Alfredo with Chicken easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 12 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Mike's Epic Zoodle Fettuccine Alfredo with Chicken healthy?
- Mike's Epic Zoodle Fettuccine Alfredo with Chicken has an easyChef Pro health score of 52/100. Per serving, it provides 850.94 calories and 58.87 g of protein, or 118% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, calcium and iron. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1117.04 mg (49% of the Daily Value), saturated fat at 33.91 g (170% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 9.95 g (20% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Tomatoes and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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