Fettuccine with Peppered Zucchini and Chicken
Need an Italian pasta dish and looking for a healthy and flavorful recipe that is easy to make, then you’ll love this recipe for Fettuccine with Peppered Zucchini and Chicken. This dish is loaded with colorful vegetables and tender chicken, all served over a bed of fettuccine pasta that is sure to satisfy your appetite. With a zesty, peppered zucchini sauce, this dish is a great way to add variety to your usual pasta dishes. So, let’s get started and whip up this delicious and nutritious pasta meal together!
Ingredients
- 4.5 oz dry fettuccine
- 1 chicken breast (about 6 oz), chopped.
- 1 clove of garlic, minced
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 1 zucchini, cut in thirds and then sliced
- black pepper
- olive oil
- Parmesan cheese
Directions
- Cook pasta according to directions.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. Pan fry until cooked through.
- Heat a large pan, lightly coat the bottom with olive oil, then saute the onion slices
- When the onions are close to being translucent, add the zucchini.
- Saute for another minute or two, and add the garlic
- Keep sauteing for another 5-7 minutes. Add a bit more olive oil so the mixture slightly shimmers
- Coat heavily with black pepper, adjust to taste.
- Add the pasta and chicken to pan, toss. Add additional olive oil as needed.
- Serve with Parmesan cheese.
Substitutions
- Shrimp would be a great substitution for the chicken. Broccoli or cauliflower could work well instead of (or addition to) the zucchini.
