Crisp-Crusted Chicken & Zucchini Noodles

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-03 · Updated 2026-04-03

A satisfying keto meal featuring perfectly seared chicken with a golden crust, served over zucchini noodles smothered in a creamy garlic-herb sauce that melts into the vegetables. This American-inspired chicken recipe (keto, high protein), ready in about 27 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, zucchini, egg whites for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 2 medium (12 oz total) zucchini
• 2 tbsp egg whites
• 2 oz cream cheese
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Trim excess fat from chicken breasts and pat dry with paper towels. Season both sides with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper.
2. Step 2: Heat 1/2 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F, then transfer to a plate.
3. Step 3: While chicken cooks, spiralize zucchini into noodles and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel to remove excess moisture. Heat remaining 1/2 tbsp olive oil in the same skillet over medium heat, add zucchini noodles, and sauté for 2-3 minutes until tender-crisp but not mushy.
4. Step 4: Whisk egg whites, cream cheese, garlic powder, and oregano in a small bowl until smooth. Pour mixture over zucchini noodles in the skillet and stir constantly for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the noodles evenly.
5. Step 5: Return chicken to the skillet, nestling it into the zucchini noodles, and cook for 1 more minute to heat through and let flavors meld.