Buffalo Chicken Zoodles

Buffalo Chicken Zoodles combine tender spiralized zucchini with spicy shredded chicken, creating a deliciously satisfying low-carb dish. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner, offering all the flavors of buffalo chicken without the carbs.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 2 medium (about 400g)
• Cooked chicken breast - 200g, shredded
• Buffalo sauce - 60ml
• Cream cheese - 30g, softened
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon (15ml)
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon (5g)
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon (3g)
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon (1g)
• Green onions - 2, sliced (for garnish)
• Ranch dressing - 30ml (optional, for serving)

Steps

1. Spiralize the zucchinis using a spiralizer or vegetable peeler to create zoodles. Set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the shredded chicken and pour in the buffalo sauce, stirring to coat the chicken evenly.
3. Add the softened cream cheese, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir until the cream cheese is melted and everything is well combined.
4. Add the zoodles to the skillet and toss gently until they are heated through and coated with the buffalo chicken mixture, about 3-5 minutes.
5. Serve the buffalo chicken zoodles hot, garnished with sliced green onions and a drizzle of ranch dressing if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 425
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 980 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 24 g
• Saturated Fat: 7 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.
• Rich in protein from the chicken, supporting muscle health and satiety.

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