Dairy Free Chicken Alfredo
This dairy free chicken alfredo is just as rich and creamy as traditional chicken alfredo, but it's 100% dairy and gluten free!
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 1 ¼ lbs Chicken breast diced small
- 1 ¾ teaspoon sweet smoked paprika
- 1 ½ teaspoon oregano
- 1 ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon thyme
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
For the Pasta and Sauce
- 12 oz gluten-free farfalle
- 4 tablespoon dairy free butter
- 2 tablespoon minced onion
- 2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 cup chicken broth
- 1 ⅔ tablespoon gluten free 1:1 flour
- 2 cups dairy free heavy cream
- 2 cups chopped spinach
- 8 oz dairy free parmesan shredded
- 2 tablespoon pasta water as needed
Instructions
- Boil the pasta in alarge pot of water according to the package directions for al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a bit of the pasta water.
- Add the chicken and chicken seasonings to a small bowl and toss to thoroughly coat the chicken.
- Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet. Then, sear the chicken for 3 to 4 minutes on each side until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees. Transfer the chicken to a plate.
- Add the butter to the same skillet and let it melt. Then, add all the sauce seasonings, and simmer them for about a minute.
- Add the flour to the skillet and mix well, scraping the bottom of the skillet.
- 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.
- Add the parmesan cheese and stir until completely melted. Then, continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the sauce reaches your desired thickness.
- Add the past and toss to coat evenly. Add a tablespoon of pasta water to thin the sauce if necessary.
- Add the chicekn and gently stir to make sure everything is coated. Enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 586kcalCarbohydrates: 68gProtein: 39gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 2gCholesterol: 93mgSodium: 1322mgPotassium: 605mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 88IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 47mgIron: 3mg
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