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Dairy Free Chicken Alfredo with Broccoli: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe

  • Total Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients

– 2 cups pasta of your choice (gluten-free, if necessary)
– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cubed
– 2 cups broccoli florets
– 1 cup raw cashews (soaked in water for at least 2 hours)
– 1 cup vegetable broth
– 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Making Dairy Free Chicken Alfredo with Broccoli is straightforward. Follow these simple steps for a flavorful meal:

1. Cook the Pasta: Begin by cooking your pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside once al dente.

2. Prepare the Cashew Sauce: Drain the soaked cashews and place them into a blender. Add vegetable broth, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.

3. Sauté the Chicken: In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add the cubed chicken. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until browned and cooked through.

4. Add Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the skillet with the chicken. Sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.

5. Incorporate Broccoli: Add the broccoli florets to the skillet with the chicken and garlic. Stir well and cook for 3-4 minutes until the broccoli is bright green and tender.

6. Combine Pasta and Sauce: Once the chicken and broccoli are cooked, add the drained pasta to the skillet. Pour the cashew sauce over the mixture, stirring to combine thoroughly.

7. Heat Through: Allow everything to cook together for a few minutes, ensuring that all ingredients are heated and well combined.

8. Adjust Seasoning: Taste the dish and adjust seasoning, adding more salt or pepper as needed.

9. Serve Immediately: Remove from heat, and garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.

These steps will guide you in creating this delectable Dairy Free Chicken Alfredo with Broccoli effortlessly!

  • Author: Alana
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 480 kcal
  • Fat: 20g
  • Protein: 30g