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Dairy Free Chicken Alfredo Recipe

Dairy Free Chicken Alfredo Recipe

5.1 from 26 reviews

Indulge in a creamy and flavorful Dairy-Free Chicken Alfredo dish that is sure to satisfy your cravings without any dairy products. This recipe is a delicious twist on a classic favorite, perfect for those with lactose intolerance or looking to reduce their dairy consumption.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 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

For the Pasta:

  • 12 oz gluten-free farfalle

For the Sauce:

  • 4 tbsp dairy-free butter
  • 2 tbsp minced onion
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 cup 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

  1. Boil the Pasta: Boil the pasta in a large pot of water until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving some pasta water.
  2. Season the Chicken: Toss diced chicken with paprika, oregano, garlic powder, thyme, pepper, and salt.
  3. Sear the Chicken: Sear seasoned chicken in a skillet until cooked through. Remove from skillet.
  4. Prepare the Sauce: Melt butter in the skillet, add sauce seasonings, and simmer.
  5. Add Flour: Stir in flour, scraping the skillet.
  6. Simmer with Cream: Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, add spinach, and simmer until creamy.
  7. Stir in Parmesan: Add dairy-free parmesan and cook until melted.
  8. Combine Pasta and Sauce: Toss cooked pasta in the sauce, adding pasta water if needed.
  9. Finish and Serve: Add cooked chicken to the pasta and sauce, stirring to combine. Enjoy your dairy-free Chicken Alfredo!

Notes

  • You can customize this dish with additional vegetables like mushrooms or cherry tomatoes.
  • Adjust the seasonings to suit your taste preferences.
  • For a thinner sauce, add more pasta water or broth.

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Keywords: Dairy-Free, Chicken Alfredo, Gluten-Free, Pasta, Italian, Creamy