Lemon-Garlic Chicken with Zucchini Noodles

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-14 · Updated 2026-04-14

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Simmered in a zesty lemon-garlic sauce with spiralized zucchini for a light, satisfying meal. This Mediterranean-inspired Whole30 recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs chicken breasts, olive oil, lemon for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, 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: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 220 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 (5 oz) chicken breasts
2 tbsp olive oil
1, juiced lemon
4 cloves, minced garlic
4 large, spiralized zucchini
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Season chicken breasts with 1/2 tsp sea salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Step 2: Cook chicken for 5 minutes per side until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove from skillet and set aside.
Step 3: Add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil to the skillet, then add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until aromatic but not browned.
Step 4: Stir in lemon juice, 1/4 cup water, and 1/4 tsp sea salt, scraping up any browned bits. Simmer for 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
Step 5: Add spiralized zucchini to the skillet and toss with the sauce for 3 minutes until tender but still firm, then return chicken to the skillet to warm through.