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Dairy Free Chicken Alfredo

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A creamy, dairy-free twist on classic Alfredo, packed with tender chicken and spinach for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 1 1/4 lbs Chicken breast (diced small)

Spices & Seasonings

  • 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

Pasta

  • 12 oz gluten-free farfalle

Dairy-Free Dairy Substitutes

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

Sauce

  • 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 

  • Cook pasta until al dente, then drain and set aside, reserving some pasta water.
  • Toss chicken with seasonings, then sear in a skillet until cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  • Melt dairy-free butter in the same skillet, add seasonings, then stir in flour and cook briefly.
  • Add chicken broth, heavy cream, and spinach; whisk and simmer until thickened. Stir in parmesan until melted.
  • Add cooked pasta and chicken to the sauce, tossing to coat. Thin with reserved pasta water if needed. Serve hot.

Notes

Use gluten-free pasta and dairy-free cheese for best results. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chicken, Dairy Free, pasta