Description
This Dairy-Free Chicken Alfredo is a creamy and comforting pasta dish made without any dairy, using cashews and coconut milk to replicate the rich, velvety texture of traditional Alfredo sauce. Perfect for those with dietary restrictions or looking for a lighter, allergen-friendly option.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 12 oz fettuccine (gluten-free or regular)
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for pasta)
- 1 cup raw cashews (soaked for 4+ hours or boiled for 10 minutes)
- 1 ½ cups unsweetened coconut milk (from a can)
- ½ cup water (plus more for soaking cashews if needed)
- 3 tbsp nutritional yeast
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt (more to taste)
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Soak the cashews for 4+ hours or boil them for 10 minutes to soften.
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions. Drain and toss with 1 tbsp olive oil to prevent sticking. Set aside.
- While the pasta cooks, heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season the sliced chicken with salt and pepper, then cook until golden and fully cooked, about 5–7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- In a blender, combine soaked cashews, coconut milk, water, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Blend on high until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the sauce into the same skillet used for the chicken. Heat over medium-low heat until warmed through and slightly thickened, stirring occasionally.
- Add the cooked pasta and chicken to the skillet. Toss until everything is evenly coated with sauce.
- Serve warm, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
- You can substitute the chicken with mushrooms or tofu for a vegetarian version.
- Add steamed broccoli or peas for extra veggies and nutrients.
- Adjust the thickness of the sauce by adding more coconut milk or water if needed.
- Use full-fat canned coconut milk for the creamiest texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
