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Dairy Free Chicken Alfredo

A creamy and comforting dairy-free chicken alfredo dish that's easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta Ingredients
  • 8 oz Gluten-free pasta Cook according to package directions.
Chicken Ingredients
  • 1 lb Chicken breast Cut into bite-sized pieces and seasoned.
  • 1 tbsp Chicken seasonings Use your preferred blend.
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil For cooking chicken.
Sauce Ingredients
  • 2 tbsp Dairy-free butter For the creamy sauce.
  • 1 tbsp All-purpose flour For thickening the sauce.
  • 1 cup Chicken broth Use low-sodium if preferred.
  • 1 cup Dairy-free heavy cream For creaminess.
  • 2 cups Fresh spinach Adds nutrition.
  • 1/2 cup Dairy-free parmesan cheese For cheesy flavor.

Method
 

Cooking the Pasta
  1. Boil the pasta in a large pot of water according to package directions for al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a bit of pasta water.
Cooking the Chicken
  1. Add the chicken and chicken seasonings to a small bowl and toss to thoroughly coat the chicken.
  2. Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet. Sear the chicken for 3 to 4 minutes on each side until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees. Transfer the chicken to a plate.
Making the Sauce
  1. In the same skillet, add the dairy-free butter and let it melt. Add all the sauce seasonings and simmer for about a minute.
  2. Add the flour to the skillet and mix well, scraping the bottom of the skillet.
  3. Add the chicken broth and dairy-free heavy cream. Then, add the spinach and whisk well. Simmer while whisking for 3 to 4 minutes until the sauce is rich and creamy.
  4. Add the dairy-free parmesan cheese and stir until melted. Continue cooking until the sauce reaches desired thickness.
Combining Ingredients
  1. Add the pasta and toss to coat evenly. Add a tablespoon of reserved pasta water if necessary to thin the sauce.
  2. Gently stir in the chicken to ensure everything is coated.
  3. Serve hot, garnished with extra dairy-free parmesan if desired.

Notes

Make sure to properly season your chicken for the best flavor. Don't overcook the pasta; it should be al dente. Feel free to add other veggies like broccoli or mushrooms for added nutrition.