Dairy-Free Creamy Garlic Chicken Pasta
Elevate your pasta night with this irresistible Dairy-Free Creamy Garlic Chicken Pasta! Packed with juicy, golden-browned chicken and a luscious, dairy-free garlic sauce, this recipe is perfect for those who want all the flavor without the heaviness of traditional creamy dishes. The secret lies in the combination of unsweetened almond milk, nutritional yeast, and a cornstarch slurry, delivering a velvety texture while staying completely dairy-free. Tossed with gluten-free pasta and finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this dish is both indulgent and allergen-friendly. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s ideal for weeknight dinners or when you crave comfort food with a guilt-free twist. Perfect for gluten-free, dairy-free lifestyles!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 5 cloves garlic cloves
- 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 12 ounces gluten-free pasta
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley
Instructions
Begin by cutting the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Mince the garlic cloves and set them aside.
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces, cooking until golden brown and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Remove the chicken to a plate and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Pour in the almond milk and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer.
In a small bowl, mix the nutritional yeast with the cornstarch and a little water to make a slurry. Gradually add this to the skillet, stirring continuously to thicken the sauce. Simmer for a few minutes until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
Stir in the lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Return the chicken to the skillet and stir to coat it in the sauce. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
While the chicken is simmering in the sauce, cook the gluten-free pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and add it to the skillet with the creamy garlic chicken sauce.
Toss the pasta to coat it evenly with the sauce. Allow the dish to cook for another 2-3 minutes so the pasta absorbs the sauce’s flavor.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Serve immediately and enjoy your creamy garlic chicken pasta!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1772 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.3 g | 82% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.2 g | 56% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 296 mg | 99% | |
| Sodium | 3498 mg | 152% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 156.9 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.1 g | ||
| Protein | 129.7 g | 259% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.8 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 961 mg | 74% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 1663 mg | 35% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
