GARLIC-GRILLED CHICKEN WITH PESTO ZUCCHINI RIBBONS

Garlic-Grilled Chicken with Pesto Zucchini Ribbons image

The first time I substituted zucchini noodles for regular pasta, it was because I was trying to reduce carbohydrates and calories. Now I make them because we love the flavor and texture they bring to dishes. This dish is just as delicious if you substitute shrimp for the chicken. -Suzanne Banfield, Basking Ridge, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
2 tablespoons lemon juice
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
ZUCCHINI MIXTURE:
4 large zucchini (about 2-1/2 pounds)
1/4 cup chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/4 cup prepared pesto
4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes

Steps:

In a large bowl, mix the first five ingredients. Add chicken; turn to coat. Let stand 15 minutes., Meanwhile, for noodles, trim ends of zucchini. Using a cheese slicer or vegetable peeler, cut zucchini lengthwise into long thin slices. Cut zucchini on all sides, as if peeling a carrot, until the seeds become visible. Discard seeded portion or save for another use., Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 165°. Remove from grill; keep warm., In a large nonstick skillet, heat tomatoes and olive oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic, salt, pepper flakes and pepper; cook and stir 30 seconds. Add zucchini; cook and stir 2-3 minutes or until crisp-tender. Remove from heat. Stir in pesto., Cut chicken into slices. Serve with zucchini noodles. Top with mozzarella.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 397 calories, Fat 18g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 116mg cholesterol, Sodium 636mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 44g protein. Diabetic Exchanges