Delicious Dairy-Free Chicken Alfredo Recipe for Cozy Nights

This Delicious Dairy-Free Chicken Alfredo Recipe is quick and creamy, perfect for a comforting dinner.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast Cut into bite-sized pieces.
2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing chicken.

For the Sauce

3 cloves Minced Garlic Essential for flavor.
1 cup Full-Fat Coconut Milk Must be full-fat for creaminess.
1/4 cup Nutritional Yeast For cheesy flavor.

For the Pasta

8 ounces Gluten-Free Fettuccine Pasta Cook al dente.
Salt To season water.
Pepper To season to taste.

Equipment

Large Pot
large skillet
Measuring cups
measuring spoons

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Cook the pasta in boiling salted water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve ½ cup pasta water and drain.
Sauté chicken in olive oil over medium heat until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes, then keep warm.
Sauté minced garlic in the same skillet for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in coconut milk and add nutritional yeast, stirring to form a creamy sauce. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Return chicken to skillet, mix gently with the sauce, cooking until heated through.
Add cooked pasta to skillet, folding gently into the sauce for even coating.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat with a splash of coconut milk to maintain creaminess.

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