It’s really nice having fresh summer vegetables on hand. Zucchini is a unique vegetable in that it can be used in sweet or savory dishes.  

Chicken and Zucchini Noodles

1 lb. chicken breasts or tenderloins, cooked and cut into bite size pieces

3 tbsp. olive oil

2 tsp. minced garlic 

dash of red pepper flakes

3/4 cup grape tomatoes, halved

salt and pepper to taste

3 medium zucchini, spiralized  

In a large skillet, heat olive oil, and saute garlic for about 30 seconds. Add chicken pieces, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper and grape tomatoes, stir. Next toss in zucchini noodles and cook for a couple of minutes only.

*Optional:  Top with grated parmesan cheese and/or fresh basil.

**If you don’t have a spiralizer, use a vegetable peeler to make the zucchini noodles. Be sure to leave the skin on for a crunchy texture.