Go Back

Keto Chicken Ranch Zoodle Bowl - A Fresh, Creamy Low-Carb Favorite

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • Chicken: 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
  • Zucchini: 3 medium zucchinis, spiralized into noodles (about 5–6 cups)
  • Olive oil or avocado oil: 2 tablespoons for cooking
  • Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
  • Cherry tomatoes (optional but tasty): 1 cup, halved
  • Fresh herbs: 2 tablespoons chopped dill and/or parsley (plus more for garnish)
  • Green onions: 2, thinly sliced
  • Parmesan (optional): 2 tablespoons, finely grated
  • Mayonnaise: 1/3 cup
  • Sour cream: 1/3 cup (or full-fat Greek yogurt if you’re flexible on carbs)
  • Heavy cream or unsweetened almond milk: 2–3 tablespoons, to thin
  • Lemon juice or apple cider vinegar: 1 tablespoon
  • Dried dill: 1 teaspoon (use fresh if you have it)
  • Dried parsley: 1 teaspoon
  • Onion powder: 1/2 teaspoon
  • Garlic powder: 1/2 teaspoon
  • Salt and black pepper: to taste

Method
 

  1. Make the ranch: In a small bowl, whisk mayo, sour cream, lemon juice, and 2 tablespoons cream or almond milk. Stir in dill, parsley, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Adjust thickness with more liquid as needed. Chill while you cook.
  2. Spiralize the zucchini: Use a spiralizer or a julienne peeler to make zoodles. Place them on a clean towel and gently squeeze to remove excess moisture. This helps avoid sogginess.
  3. Cook the chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Cook 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through. Transfer to a plate.
  4. Sauté aromatics: In the same skillet, add remaining oil and the garlic. Cook 30 seconds until fragrant, not browned.
  5. Add tomatoes (optional): Toss in cherry tomatoes and cook 1–2 minutes until slightly softened. This adds a juicy pop that pairs nicely with ranch.
  6. Quick-cook the zoodles: Add zucchini noodles and a pinch of salt. Toss over medium heat for 2–3 minutes until just crisp-tender. Do not overcook.
  7. Combine: Return chicken to the skillet with green onions and half the fresh herbs. Toss gently to mix.
  8. Dress it: Remove from heat. Drizzle 2–3 tablespoons ranch over the bowl and toss lightly. Add more ranch to taste.
  9. Finish: Sprinkle with remaining herbs and Parmesan if using. Taste and adjust salt and pepper.
  10. Serve: Divide into bowls and spoon extra ranch on the side for dipping or drizzling.