This fresh and flavorful dish combines tender lemon herb chicken with zucchini noodles and a creamy ricotta sauce for a light and satisfying meal. It's perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a weekend gathering with friends and family.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 medium zucchinis, spiralized into noodles
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Directions
- In a small bowl, mix together the lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Rub the mixture onto the chicken breasts and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until cooked through. Remove from heat and let rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil and zucchini noodles. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the noodles are tender but still slightly crisp.
- Stir in the ricotta cheese until smooth and creamy. Add the sliced chicken on top of the zucchini noodles and ricotta sauce.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve hot. Enjoy your lemon herb chicken with zucchini pasta and ricotta!
Interesting Facts
Zucchini noodles are a great low-carb alternative to traditional pasta and are packed with vitamins and minerals.
Ricotta cheese adds a creamy texture and a hint of sweetness to this dish, balancing the zesty flavors of the lemon herb chicken.