By Jennifer Goddard
Keto Butter Chicken with Zucchini Noodles
Tender chicken simmers in a creamy, spiced butter sauce and is served over fresh zucchini noodles for a satisfying low-carb twist. This Keto Butter Chicken with Zucchini Noodles brings rich, comforting taste without the heaviness of traditional rice or pasta.
Updated at: Tue, 31 Mar 2026 19:12:18 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Good
Glycemic Index
22
Low
Nutrition per recipe
Calories992.9 kcal (50%)
Total Fat56.9 g (81%)
Carbs23.7 g (9%)
Sugars8.6 g (10%)
Protein98.1 g (196%)
Sodium639.8 mg (32%)
Fiber5.7 g (20%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
0 servings
2chicken breasts skinless
boneless, cut into strips
1 pinchsalt
1 pinchblack pepper
freshly ground
4 tablespoonsbutter
1 teaspoonred chili pepper flakes
crushed
1 ½ tablespoonsgarlic powder
1 ½ tablespoonslemon juice
freshly squeezed
½ tablespoonlemon zest
1 tablespoondijon mustard
¼ teaspoonpaprika
¼ cupchicken broth low-sodium
1 tablespoonitalian seasoning
1 tablespoonchives
freshly chopped
1 teaspoonthyme
minced
10 ounceszucchini noodles
Instructions
Step 1
In large bowl or shallow plate, season 2 chicken breasts with 1 pinch salt and 1 pinch black pepper. Set aside.
Step 2
Add 1½ tablespoons garlic powder, then stir up chicken strips to cook on other side, until almost cooked through. Make sure not to overcook chicken to avoid it becoming dry. Remove from skillet and set aside on plate.
Step 3
In same skillet, melt remaining butter, then stir in 1½ tablespoons lemon juice, ½ tablespoon lemon zest,1 tablespoon Dijon mustard,¼ teaspoon paprika, and ¼ cup chicken broth. Bring to simmer and allow sauce to reduce for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring regularly.
Step 4
Stir in 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning, 1 tablespoon chives, and 1 teaspoon thymeThen add 10 ounces zucchini noodles and toss for 2 or 3 minutes, until noodles are cooked through and sauce has reduced.
Step 5
Return cooked chicken strips to pan and cook for another minute. Serve butter chicken with zucchini noodles immediately, and enjoy!
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