Spiralized Zucchini with Chicken Red Sauce and Vegan Parmesan Cheese

Serves: 4 people

Ingredients:

4 medium zucchini (about 2 lbs/900 g)

2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil

1 lb (450 g) boneless, skinless chicken breast, cubed

1 small onion, finely chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) red pepper flakes (optional)

1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) dried basil

1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) dried oregano

1/4 teaspoon (1.25 ml) salt

1/4 teaspoon (1.25 ml) black pepper

1 can (28 oz/800 g) crushed tomatoes

1/2 cup (125 ml) vegan parmesan cheese, for garnish

Fresh basil leaves, for garnish

Instructions:

Prepare the zucchini noodles: Wash and dry the zucchini. Using a spiralizer or a vegetable peeler, create thin noodles out of the zucchini. Set the zucchini noodles aside.

Cook the chicken: In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of olive oil over medium heat. Add the cubed chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and lightly browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.

Prepare the red sauce: In the same skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until it becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic, red pepper flakes (if using), dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until the garlic is fragrant.

Add the crushed tomatoes to the skillet, stirring to combine. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 10-12 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Combine the chicken and red sauce: Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet with the red sauce, stirring to combine. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, until the chicken is heated through and coated with the sauce.

Cook the zucchini noodles: In a separate large skillet or pot, heat a small amount of olive oil over medium heat. Add the zucchini noodles and cook for 3-4 minutes, until they are just tender. Be careful not to overcook the noodles, as they can become mushy.

Serve: Divide the cooked zucchini noodles among four plates. Top each serving with an equal portion of the chicken red sauce. Garnish with a generous sprinkling of vegan parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves.

Enjoy your Spiralized Zucchini with Chicken Red Sauce and Vegan Parmesan Cheese as a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional pasta dishes.