Dairy-Free Fettuccine Alfredo with Chicken

Indulge in the creamy, comforting flavors of this Dairy-Free Fettuccine Alfredo with Chicken, a guilt-free spin on the classic Italian favorite. Perfect for those avoiding dairy, this recipe uses unsweetened almond milk and nutritional yeast to create a luscious, velvety sauce that's every bit as satisfying as its traditional counterpart. Tender slices of golden-browned chicken breasts add a hearty protein boost, while the zesty kick of lemon juice and dijon mustard elevates the flavor. With a prep time of just 15 minutes and a total cook time of 30 minutes, this easy weeknight dish is as quick as it is delicious. Toss the al dente fettuccine in the creamy sauce, garnish with fresh parsley, and watch it disappear from plates. Perfect for family dinners or impressing your dairy-free friends, this recipe proves you don’t need cream to enjoy Alfredo bliss.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz dairy-free fettuccine pasta
• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1.5 cups unsweetened almond milk
• 1 cup nutritional yeast
• 2 tbsp cornstarch
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 tsp dijon mustard
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine pasta and cook according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

Meanwhile, season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing into thin strips.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and the minced garlic. Sauté over medium heat until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the almond milk and cornstarch until smooth. Add the mixture to the skillet along with the nutritional yeast, chicken broth, lemon juice, dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.

Step 6

Simmer the sauce on medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens, about 5 minutes.

Step 7

Add the cooked fettuccine and sliced chicken to the sauce. Toss well to coat all the ingredients with the creamy sauce.

Step 8

Serve the Dairy-Free Fettuccine Alfredo with Chicken hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1264.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1328.4

Total Fat 46.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.7g
Cholesterol 170mg	0%
Sodium 3438.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 132.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.7g	0%
Total Sugars 4.8g
Protein 95.2g	0%

Vitamin D 133.8IU	0%
Calcium 748.3mg	0%
Iron 9.5mg	0%
Potassium 1571.6mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.3%

Protein: 28.8%

Carbs: 39.9%