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Homemade Dairy Free Chicken Alfredo served in a bowl with a sprinkle of parsley.

Dairy Free Chicken Alfredo

A creamy, comforting dairy-free Alfredo sauce paired with gluten-free pasta and chicken, perfect for cozy dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 12 ounces gluten-free fettuccine or your favorite pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or other creamy plant milk
  • 1 cup full-fat canned coconut milk for richness
  • 3 tablespoons dairy-free cream cheese or smooth dairy-free spread
  • 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast for cheesy flavor
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish optional
  • Optional: steamed broccoli or roasted butternut squash to mix in for added nutrition

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the gluten-free fettuccine according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken slices with salt and pepper and sear 3–4 minutes per side until cooked through and golden. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
  • In the same skillet, lower heat to medium and add the remaining tablespoon of oil. Sauté the onion until translucent, about 4 minutes. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Pour in the almond milk and coconut milk, stirring to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  • Stir in the dairy-free cream cheese and nutritional yeast until smooth. Add lemon juice and Italian seasoning. If the sauce looks too thin, whisk in a little reserved pasta water until it reaches a silky consistency.
  • Add the cooked pasta and chicken back to the pan. Toss gently to coat everything in sauce and heat through for 1–2 minutes.
  • Sprinkle with chopped parsley and an extra grind of black pepper. Enjoy immediately with a side of roasted veggies.

Notes

Use room-temperature dairy-free cream cheese for easier blending. Reserve pasta water to help the sauce cling to pasta. Taste as you go and adjust seasoning as needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2g
Keyword comfort food, Dairy Free Chicken Alfredo, Easy Recipe, gluten-free, Pasta
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