Comfort Food: Creamy Poppy Seed Chicken Alfredo (Low-Carb)

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 4 zucchini
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
• 4 oz cream cheese
• 1/2 cup parmesan cheese (finely grated)
• 2 tbsp poppy seeds
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 cup chicken broth (low-sodium)
• 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp paprika(optional)
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Prep (20 minutes): Slice zucchini into ribbons using a spiralizer or vegetable peeler; set aside. Cut chicken into bite-size pieces. Mince garlic.

2. 2

   Cook (25 minutes): Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken, season with salt, pepper, and paprika (if using), and cook until browned and cooked through, 8–10 minutes. Transfer chicken to a plate.

3. 3

   In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Melt butter, then sauté garlic for 30–45 seconds until fragrant. Stir in chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer.

4. 4

   Add cream cheese and heavy cream, whisking until smooth and thickened, about 6–8 minutes. Stir in parmesan until melted.

5. 5

   Return chicken to the skillet, add poppy seeds, and simmer 3–5 minutes to heat through and thicken slightly. Toss zucchini ribbons into the sauce for 1–2 minutes just to warm and lightly soften (do not overcook).

6. 6

   Serve immediately, topping with parsley if desired.