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Dairy Free Chicken Alfredo

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A quick and cozy dairy free chicken Alfredo that combines tender chicken with a creamy sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 ¼ lbs Chicken breast, diced small
  • 1 ¾ tsp sweet smoked paprika
  • 1 ½ tsp oregano
  • 1 ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp thyme
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 12 oz gluten-free farfalle
  • 4 tbsp dairy free butter
  • 2 tbsp minced onion
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 ⅔ 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 gluten-free farfalle in salted water according to package directions until al dente.
  2. Drain and set aside, reserving a bit of the pasta water.
  3. In a small bowl, combine the diced chicken with sweet smoked paprika, oregano, garlic powder, thyme, black pepper, and salt, tossing thoroughly to coat.
  4. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and add the seasoned chicken; sear for 3 to 4 minutes on each side until cooked through.
  5. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  6. In the same skillet, melt dairy free butter and add minced onion, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and salt; sauté for about one minute.
  7. Sprinkle the gluten free flour into the skillet, stirring well.
  8. Slowly whisk in chicken broth and dairy free heavy cream, then stir in chopped spinach and simmer for 3 to 4 minutes until thickened.
  9. Add melted dairy free parmesan to the sauce and stir until fully melted.
  10. Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat, using reserved pasta water as needed.
  11. Return the chicken to the skillet and gently stir to combine.
  12. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

For best results, trim and dice chicken uniformly. Reserve pasta water for a glossy sauce. Adjust salt based on the cheese used.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg