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Keto Zucchini Noodles with Pesto Chicken

A light and flavorful keto lunch featuring spiralized zucchini noodles tossed with grilled chicken and a vibrant basil pesto.

Spiralize 2 medium zucchinis to form noodles. Season 200 grams of chicken breast with salt and pepper, then grill until cooked through and slice. In a blender, combine 30 grams of fresh basil, 20 grams of pine nuts, 30 grams of grated Parmesan, 1 garlic clove, 2 tbsp olive oil, and a squeeze of lemon juice to create the pesto. Toss the zucchini noodles with the pesto and top with the sliced chicken. Serve immediately.

Updated 3/28/2025
Keto Zucchini Noodles with Pesto Chicken

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

15 min

Total Time

30 min

Servings

2

Ingredients

  • Avocado - 200 grams
  • Garlic - 1 clove
  • Tomatoes - 100 grams
  • Flour - 2 pieces
  • Onion - 50 grams
  • Soy Sauce - 1 tbsp
  • Olive Oil - 1 tbsp

Directions

  • Step 1

    Spiralize the zucchinis into noodles.

  • Step 2

    Season and grill the chicken breast; then slice it.

  • Step 3

    Blend basil, pine nuts, Parmesan, garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice to make the pesto.

  • Step 4

    Toss the zucchini noodles with the pesto.

  • Step 5

    Top with the grilled chicken slices and serve immediately.

Cook's Notes

For extra texture, lightly sauté the zucchini noodles for 1-2 minutes before tossing with the pesto.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

500
Calories
35g
Fat
8g
Carbs
45g
Protein