Whole30 Creamy Chicken and Spinach Pasta
Indulge in the rich, dairy-free comfort of Whole30 Creamy Chicken and Spinach Pasta—an irresistible twist on a classic that’s as nourishing as it is satisfying. This wholesome recipe features tender, golden-browned chicken and vibrant spinach tossed with zucchini noodles, making it a low-carb and gluten-free alternative to traditional pasta. The star of the dish is the luscious cashew cream sauce, infused with garlic, fresh lemon juice, and a hint of basil, creating a velvety texture that’s perfect for Paleo and Whole30 diets. Ready in just 40 minutes, this family-friendly meal is full of bold flavors, packed with nutrients, and perfect for weeknight dinners!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Chicken breasts
- 3 large Zucchini
- 3 cups Fresh spinach
- 1 cup Raw cashews
- 1.5 cups Water
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 cup Fresh basil leaves
Instructions
Start by preparing the cashew cream sauce. Soak the raw cashews in hot water for at least 15 minutes.
While the cashews are soaking, slice the chicken breasts into thin strips.
Spiralize the zucchini into noodles using a spiralizer. Alternatively, you can purchase pre-made zucchini noodles.
In a blender, combine the soaked cashews (drained), 1.5 cups of water, garlic cloves, lemon juice, salt, and ground black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken slices, season with salt, pepper, and onion powder, and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté the spinach until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the zucchini noodles to the skillet with the spinach, and stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until they begin to soften.
Pour the cashew cream sauce over the zucchini noodles and spinach, stirring well to combine. Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet.
Continue to cook the mixture for another 3-4 minutes until heated through.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving. Enjoy your Whole30 Creamy Chicken and Spinach Pasta immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1887 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 105.9 g | 136% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.3 g | 97% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 286 mg | 95% | |
| Sodium | 9842 mg | 428% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 102.4 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.0 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 59.7 g | ||
| Protein | 138.4 g | 277% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 331 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 16.2 mg | 90% | |
| Potassium | 2500 mg | 53% | |
*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.
