Description
Mediterranean Chicken and Summer Squash Noodles with Fried Halloumi is a vibrant, flavorful dish that brings the warmth of the Mediterranean to your table. Featuring juicy chicken and crunchy summer squash noodles topped with crispy fried halloumi, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. The delightful combination of ingredients creates a meal that is not only visually stunning but also bursting with fresh flavors. Get ready for a culinary experience that will transport you straight to sun-drenched terraces!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (1 lb)
- 2 medium summer squash (zucchini or yellow squash)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 8 oz halloumi cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Slice chicken into bite-sized pieces and spiralize summer squash into noodle shapes.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds before adding chicken. Cook until golden brown, about 6-8 minutes.
- Stir in summer squash noodles and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- In a separate pan, heat more olive oil and fry halloumi slices until golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Squeeze lemon juice over the dish, stir in basil, and plate with fried halloumi on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg