Description
Bruschetta Chicken with Zucchini Noodles is a delightful dish that combines juicy, herb-infused chicken with vibrant zucchini noodles and a fresh tomato-basil sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests, this meal is both quick to prepare and visually stunning. The fragrant aroma of garlic and basil fills your kitchen, promising a burst of summer flavors in every bite. Elevate your dining experience with this light yet satisfying dish that pairs beautifully with crusty bread or a crisp salad.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 cups ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 medium zucchinis, spiralized into noodles
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds, then add diced tomatoes and cook until softened.
- Stir in chopped basil and let simmer for about 5 minutes to form a chunky sauce.
- While the sauce simmers, spiralize zucchinis into noodles and sauté in olive oil for 2-3 minutes until tender but firm.
- Transfer seasoned chicken to an oven-safe dish, pour tomato-basil sauce over the top, and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
- Serve the baked chicken atop zucchini noodles, garnished with Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg