Chicken Lazone⠀
Chicken Lazone⠀
Pan-fried, juicy, and deliciously seasoned chicken tenders served with zucchini noodles tossed in the most amazing cream sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, this restaurant worthy dinner is perfect for a quick weeknight meal!⠀
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1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast tenders⠀
1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning⠀
1/2 teaspoon chili powder, or to taste⠀
1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika⠀
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder⠀
1/2 teaspoon onion powder⠀
salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste⠀
4 1/2 tablespoons butter divided⠀
1 bag (12 ounces) Zucchini Spirals, (also called Zucchini Noodles)⠀
3 cloves garlic, minced⠀
1 cup heavy cream, you can also use Half & Half⠀
chopped fresh parsley, for garnish⠀
In a small bowl, combine Italian Seasoning, chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and ground pepper; mix together and sprinkle over the chicken tenders.⠀
Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-heat.⠀
Add chicken tenders to the hot skillet and cook about 4 minutes on each side, or until browned and cooked through.⠀
Remove chicken tenders from skillet and set aside.⠀
Add 1/2 tablespoon butter to the skillet and melt; add zucchini noodles and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until just tender, stirring frequently.⠀
Remove zucchini from skillet and set aside.⠀
Melt remaining butter; add garlic and cook for 30 seconds or until fragrant.⠀
Whisk in heavy cream and bring to a boil; continue to cook for 2 minutes, or until sauce is reduced and slightly thickened.⠀
Taste sauce for salt & pepper, and adjust accordingly.⠀
Return chicken and zoodles to the skillet; cook for 1 minute, or just until heated through.⠀
Remove from heat.⠀
Garnish with parsley and serve.
