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Dairy Free Chicken Alfredo Creamy Recipe

Dairy Free Chicken Alfredo Recipe
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Whip up this easy DairyFree Chicken Alfredo recipe tested in my Texas kitchen A creamy quick and familyapproved comfort food my kids love this Get the recipe

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 pound gluten-free pasta (I like penne or fettuccine)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup dairy-free butter (I use Miyoko’s Kitchen Cultured Vegan Butter)
  • 1/4 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups unsweetened almond milk (or other dairy-free milk)
  • 1/2 cup nutritional yeast
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Cook the pasta. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • Cook the chicken. While the pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  • Make the Alfredo sauce. Add the dairy-free butter to the same skillet and melt over medium heat. Whisk in the gluten-free flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, to create a roux. This helps thicken the sauce.
  • Add the liquid. Gradually whisk in the almond milk, making sure to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Continue whisking until the sauce is smooth and starts to thicken, about 3-5 minutes.
  • Add the cheesy flavor. Stir in the nutritional yeast, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce is nice and thick. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
  • Combine everything. Add the cooked pasta and chicken to the skillet with the Alfredo sauce. Toss to coat everything evenly. Heat through for another minute or two.
  • Serve. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately. I like to add a little extra sprinkle of nutritional yeast for that cheesy look.

Notes

Creamy, comforting, and surprisingly easy Dairy Free Chicken Alfredo recipe without a trace of dairy! Ready in 30 minutes, this kid-approved dish is perfect for busy weeknights.

Find it online: https://familiesrecipes.com/dairy-free-chicken-alfredo-2/