Description
A creamy and delicious dairy-free take on the classic Chicken Alfredo, perfect for those avoiding dairy but still craving a rich meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/4 lbs Chicken breast (diced small)
- 1 3/4 tsp sweet smoked paprika
- 1 1/2 tsp oregano
- 1 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp thyme
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 12 oz gluten-free farfalle
- 4 tbsp dairy free butter
- 2 tbsp minced onion
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 2/3 tbsp gluten free 1:1 flour
- 2 cups dairy free heavy cream
- 2 cups chopped spinach
- 8 oz dairy free parmesan (shredded)
- 2 tbsp pasta water (as needed)
Instructions
- Boil the pasta in a large pot of water according to the package directions for al dente. Drain and set aside, keeping a bit of pasta water.
- In a small bowl, mix the chicken with the seasonings until well coated.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken for 3 to 4 minutes on each side until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees. Move the chicken to a plate.
- In the same skillet, add the butter and let it melt. Then add all the sauce seasonings and simmer for about a minute.
- Mix in the flour and scrape the bottom of the skillet well.
- Add the chicken broth and heavy cream. Then, add the spinach and whisk well. Simmer while whisking for 3 to 4 minutes until the sauce is rich and creamy.
- Stir in the parmesan cheese until it completely melts. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce reaches your desired thickness.
- Toss in the pasta to coat it evenly with the sauce. If it’s too thick, add a tablespoon of pasta water to thin it out.
- Add the chicken and gently stir until everything is mixed well. Enjoy!
Notes
For more nutrition, add other vegetables like mushrooms or broccoli alongside the spinach. Serve warm with extra dairy-free parmesan on top.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: dairy free, chicken alfredo, gluten free, easy recipe, pasta