Macarrão de Frango

Macarrão de Frango is a flavorful low-carb Brazilian pasta dish that combines tender chicken with a rich, savory sauce and zoodles (zucchini noodles). This dish is not only satisfying but also packed with protein and nutrients, making it a great choice for a healthy meal.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 2 medium (about 400g)
• Chicken breast - 300g, diced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons (30ml)
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 small, chopped
• Bell pepper - 1 small, chopped
• Tomato sauce - 200g
• Parmesan cheese - 50g, grated
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh basil - for garnish

Steps

1. Using a spiralizer or a julienne peeler, create noodles from the zucchini and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, cooking until soft and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
3. Add the diced chicken breast to the skillet, cooking until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Stir in the chopped bell pepper and cook for another 3 minutes until slightly softened.
5. Pour in the tomato sauce, oregano, salt, and pepper, stirring to combine. Let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes.
6. Add the zucchini noodles to the skillet, tossing gently to coat them in the sauce. Cook for an additional 3-5 minutes until the zucchini is tender but still slightly crisp.
7. Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle maintenance and repair.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

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