Description
Dairy Free Chicken Alfredo is the ultimate comfort food without the guilt. By swapping out traditional dairy ingredients for plant-based alternatives, you can enjoy all the rich, velvety flavors of classic Alfredo while keeping it dairy-free.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast
- 1 teaspoon sweet smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 8 ounce gluten-free fettuccine or farfalle
- 1/4 cup dairy-free butter
- 1/2 cup minced onion
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 cup gluten-free flour
- 2 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup dairy-free heavy cream
- 2 cup chopped spinach
- 1/2 cup dairy-free Parmesan
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the gluten-free fettuccine or farfalle according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set it aside, reserving a bit of the cooking water.
- Season the Chicken: In a small bowl, combine the diced chicken with the sweet smoked paprika, oregano, garlic powder, thyme, black pepper, and salt. Toss the chicken until it’s evenly coated with the seasonings.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear the seasoned chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until it’s cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate and set it aside.
- Start the Sauce: In the same skillet, melt the dairy-free butter over medium heat. Add the minced onion, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and salt. Sauté for about 1 minute, allowing the flavors to bloom.
- Thicken the Sauce: Sprinkle the gluten-free flour over the onion mixture and whisk to incorporate it, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Build the Creamy Base: Gradually pour in the chicken broth and dairy-free heavy cream, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Add the chopped spinach and continue to simmer, whisking frequently, for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
- Add the Cheese: Stir in the dairy-free Parmesan cheese and cook until it melts completely, creating a rich, creamy sauce.
- Combine Everything: Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss gently to coat the noodles evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add a tablespoon or two of the reserved pasta water to achieve your preferred consistency.
- Finish with the Chicken: Carefully fold the cooked chicken into the creamy pasta, ensuring everything is well combined. Serve the Dairy Free Chicken Alfredo hot and enjoy!
Notes
Dairy Free Chicken Alfredo pairs beautifully with a variety of side dishes and accompaniments. Consider serving it with a fresh green salad, garlic-infused breadsticks, or a side of roasted vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg