CALIFORNIA PIZZA KITCHEN CHICKEN TEQUILA FETTUCCINE (Family-Friendly Healthier Version)

⏱️ 40 minutes👥 6 servings❤️ Taste: 9/10
CALIFORNIA PIZZA KITCHEN CHICKEN TEQUILA FETTUCCINE (Family-Friendly Healthier Version)

Nutrition Facts

Calories
N/A
Protein
N/Ag
Carbs
N/Ag
Fiber
N/Ag

Health Benefits

Gut Health7/10
Anti-Inflammatory8/10
Blood Sugar Control7/10

Ingredients

  • •• 1 lb whole wheat fettuccine (or chickpea pasta)
  • •• 1.5 lbs chicken breast, sliced
  • •• 3 tbsp olive oil (instead of vegetable oil)
  • •• 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • •• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • •• 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • •• 1/2 medium red onion, sliced
  • •• 2 tbsp tequila (optional)
  • •• 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • •• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (instead of heavy cream)
  • •• 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • •• 1 tsp cayenne pepper
  • •• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
  • •• 2 limes, juiced
  • •• Black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. 11. Cook pasta according to package directions
  2. 22. Season chicken with pepper
  3. 33. Heat olive oil, cook chicken until done
  4. 44. Add vegetables, cook until tender
  5. 55. Add tequila (if using), broth
  6. 66. Mix Greek yogurt with cornstarch
  7. 77. Add to pan, simmer until thickened
  8. 88. Toss with pasta, cilantro, lime juice

Smart Substitutions

• White pasta→Whole wheat/chickpea pasta

More fiber, protein, slower carb release

💡 30% lower
• Heavy cream→Greek yogurt

More protein, less saturated fat

💡 40% lower
• Vegetable oil→Olive oil

Better fats, anti-inflammatory

💡 Neutral