Herb-Crusted Chicken & Zucchini Noodles with Lemon-Garlic Sauce

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

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A protein-packed, low-sugar meal that stabilizes energy levels and supports digestion after Whole30 reintroduction. This Mediterranean-inspired Whole30 recipe, ready in about 22 minutes, pairs chicken breast, zucchini, fresh parsley for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 1, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil salad. 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 12 min Serves 1 Mediterranean cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 oz, boneless chicken breast
2 medium (10 oz), spiralized zucchini
1 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley
1 clove, minced garlic
1/4 medium, juiced lemon
1 tsp olive oil
1/8 tsp sea salt

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat chicken dry and season with 1/8 tsp sea salt. Heat 1 tsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add chicken and cook 4-5 minutes per side until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Step 2: While chicken cooks, toss zucchini noodles with 1 tsp olive oil in the same skillet over medium heat. Cook for 2-3 minutes until tender but still firm, stirring frequently to prevent mushiness.
Step 3: Remove chicken and let rest 2 minutes. Add minced garlic to the skillet with lemon juice and 1 tbsp chopped parsley. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, then pour over sliced chicken. Serve immediately with zucchini noodles.