Whole30 Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo

Indulge in a creamy and satisfying twist on a classic comfort dish with this Whole30 Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo that’s dairy-free, gluten-free, and paleo-friendly! This recipe swaps traditional pasta for fresh zucchini noodles, or "zoodles," and replaces heavy cream with a velvety, cashew-based Alfredo sauce infused with garlic, lemon juice, and nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor without the cheese. Juicy, pan-seared chicken breasts add lean protein, making it a wholesome and hearty meal that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Ready in just 45 minutes, this healthy, low-carb recipe is bursting with flavor and finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for the ultimate guilt-free indulgence. Whether you're following a Whole30 plan or simply craving a lighter spin on fettuccine Alfredo, this dish is sure to satisfy!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 4 medium Zucchini
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 4 minced Garlic cloves
• 1 cup Cashews
• 3 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1.5 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Place cashews in a bowl and cover with hot water. Let them soak for at least 15 minutes while you prepare the other ingredients.

Step 2

Using a spiralizer, turn the zucchinis into zoodles (zucchini noodles) and set aside.

Step 3

Season the chicken breasts with 0.5 teaspoon of salt and the black pepper.

Step 4

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest.

Step 5

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 6

Drain the cashews and place them in a blender with the nutritional yeast, lemon juice, 1 cup of water, and the remaining 0.5 teaspoon of salt. Blend until the mixture is very smooth, adding more water if needed to reach the desired creamy consistency.

Step 7

Pour the cashew sauce into the skillet with the garlic and heat gently for 2-3 minutes while stirring continuously.

Step 8

Add the zoodles to the skillet with the sauce. Toss well to coat the zoodles with the sauce and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the zoodles are just tender.

Step 9

Slice the cooked chicken breasts into strips and return them to the skillet, stirring to combine with the zoodles and sauce.

Step 10

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving. Adjust seasoning if necessary, and serve the Whole30 Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1721.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1937.3

Total Fat 103.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 13.4g
Cholesterol 295.8mg	0%
Sodium 10127.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 114.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.2g	0%
Total Sugars 61.8g
Protein 145.9g	0%

Vitamin D 3.5IU	0%
Calcium 273.7mg	0%
Iron 15.7mg	0%
Potassium 3783.4mg	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: 47.2%

Protein: 29.6%

Carbs: 23.2%