Warm Parmesan Zucchini Noodles with Chicken, Tomatoes and Walnuts

By Patty Mastracco
Total Time
40 Mins
Serves
2
Meal
Lunch
Course
Main

DESCRIPTION

Fresh zucchini spirals replace traditional noodles in this fresh chicken and Parmesan noodle dish.

Prep Time
20 Mins
Cook Time
20 Mins
Total Time
40 Mins
Calories
466
Total Fat
32
Saturated Fat
6
Trans Fat
0
Polyunsaturated Fat
15
Monounsaturated Fat
9
Cholesterol
54
Sodium
782
Carbohydrates
19
Dietary Fiber
6
Total Sugars
9
Added Sugars
0
Protein
30
Vitamin D
5
Calcium
253
Iron
3
Potassium
1,154

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup coarsely chopped California walnuts
  • 1/2 cup chopped red onion
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1 cup small cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 4 cups fresh zucchini spirals (about 2 medium-large zucchini)
  • 3/4 cup diced or shredded cooked chicken
  • 1/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

  1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add walnuts, onion and salt and cook until walnuts are toasted, and onion is softened.
  2. Stir in tomatoes and cook just until barely softened, stirring frequently. Add zucchini and cook until zucchini is tender. Stir in chicken and Parmesan. Season with pepper.
  3. Let cool then pack in 2 airtight containers. Chill until ready to reheat.
  4. To reheat, place in a microwave-safe bowl. Cover lightly and microwave on HIGH for 1 minute or cook in a medium skillet set over medium heat until heated through.