Vodka Sauce Chicken Zucchini Noodles Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.
• STEP 2.Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add garlic and cook until fragrant.
• STEP 3.Add vodka to the skillet and let it simmer for a minute. Stir in tomato sauce, heavy cream, and red pepper flakes.
• STEP 4.Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it cook for about 5 minutes. Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet and stir to combine.
• STEP 5.Meanwhile, spiralize the zucchini into noodles using a spiralizer. Add the zucchini noodles to the skillet and toss to coat them in the sauce.
• STEP 6.Cook the zucchini noodles for about 2-3 minutes, until they are tender but still slightly crisp.
• STEP 7.Serve the vodka sauce chicken zucchini noodles hot, garnished with fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to cook the chicken until it reaches an internal temperature of 165掳F to ensure it is fully cooked.
• If you don't have a spiralizer, you can use a vegetable peeler to create thin strips of zucchini.
• Feel free to adjust the amount of red pepper flakes according to your spice preference.
• For a lighter version, you can use Greek yogurt instead of heavy cream in the sauce.

Storage and Serving

• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, simply heat the leftovers in a skillet over medium heat until warmed through.
• Serve the vodka sauce chicken zucchini noodles as a main dish or pair it with a side salad for a complete meal.