Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¼ lbs Chicken breast, diced small
- 1 ¾ teaspoon sweet smoked paprika
- 1 ½ teaspoon oregano
- 1 ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon thyme
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 12 oz gluten-free farfalle
- 4 tablespoon dairy free butter
- 2 tablespoon minced onion
- 2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 cup chicken broth
- 1 ⅔ tablespoon gluten free 1:1 flour
- 2 cups dairy free heavy cream
- 2 cups chopped spinach
- 8 oz dairy free parmesan, shredded
- 2 tablespoon pasta water, as needed
Instructions
- Boil the gluten-free farfalle in a large pot of salted water according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a bit of the pasta water.
- In a small bowl, combine the diced chicken breast with sweet smoked paprika, oregano, garlic powder, thyme, black pepper, and salt. Toss thoroughly to coat evenly.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken and sear for 3 to 4 minutes on each side until cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
- In the same skillet, melt the dairy-free butter over medium heat. Add minced onion, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and salt. Sauté and simmer for about one minute to release the flavors.
- Sprinkle gluten free 1:1 flour into the skillet and stir well, scraping the bottom to incorporate and avoid lumps.
- Slowly whisk in chicken broth and dairy-free heavy cream. Stir in chopped spinach. Continue whisking and simmer the sauce for 3 to 4 minutes until it thickens and becomes creamy.
- Add shredded dairy-free parmesan to the sauce, stirring constantly until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce achieves your preferred thickness.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a tablespoon or two of reserved pasta water to thin it to the desired consistency.
- Return the seared chicken to the skillet and gently stir to combine all ingredients evenly. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
For a nut-free version, select a dairy-free cream base made from oats or peas. Cool leftovers quickly and store in an airtight container; the sauce will thicken in the fridge, so add a splash of broth or reserved pasta water when reheating.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing, Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg