Learn how to make delicious garlic butter zoodles with homemade chicken meatballs

This recipe combines the flavors of garlic, butter, zucchini noodles (zoodles), and homemade chicken meatballs for a healthy and tasty meal. The juicy and flavorful chicken meatballs are paired with garlicky zoodles, creating a dish that is both satisfying and nutritious. It's a great way to enjoy a classic dish with a twist.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground chicken
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4 medium zucchinis, spiralized
• 4 tbsp butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

1. In a large bowl, mix together ground chicken, egg, breadcrumbs, minced garlic, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Form into small meatballs.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Cook the meatballs until browned and cooked through, about 10-12 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, add butter and minced garlic. Cook until garlic is fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
4. Add spiralized zucchini noodles to the skillet and sauté until tender, about 3-4 minutes.
5. Return the chicken meatballs to the skillet and toss to combine with the zoodles. Cook for another 1-2 minutes.
6. Serve the garlic butter zoodles with chicken meatballs hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

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