Keto Chicken Alfredo with Almond Flour Pasta

If you’re craving a rich and creamy pasta dish while staying keto, this Keto Chicken Alfredo is the perfect meal. Made with homemade almond flour pasta and a luscious Alfredo sauce, this dish is both satisfying and low in carbs. Pair it with zucchini noodles or shirataki noodles for an extra keto-friendly touch.

Ingredients

Almond Flour Pasta:

• 1 cup almond flour
• 2 tbsp psyllium husk powder
• 1/4 tsp xanthan gum
• 2 eggs
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/4 tsp salt

Alfredo Sauce:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg (optional)

Chicken and Noodles:

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
• 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 2 cups zucchini noodles or shirataki noodles

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Almond Flour Pasta

1. In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, psyllium husk powder, xanthan gum, and salt.
2. Add eggs and olive oil, mixing until a dough forms.
3. Roll the dough between two sheets of parchment paper until thin.
4. Cut into fettuccine-style strips and let rest for 10 minutes.
5. Boil water with a pinch of salt, then cook pasta for about 2 minutes. Drain and set aside.

Step 2: Cook the Chicken

1. Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Season chicken slices with Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
3. Sauté chicken for 6-8 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3: Make the Alfredo Sauce

1. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat and sauté garlic until fragrant.
2. Pour in the heavy cream, stirring continuously.
3. Add Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg (if using), stirring until smooth and creamy.
4. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens.

Step 4: Assemble the Dish

1. Add the cooked almond flour pasta (or zucchini/shirataki noodles) to the Alfredo sauce, tossing to coat.
2. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and mix until evenly coated.
3. Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan and fresh parsley.

Enjoy!

This Keto Chicken Alfredo delivers all the indulgence of a traditional pasta dish without the carbs. Whether you use homemade almond flour pasta, zucchini noodles, or shirataki noodles, you’ll love the creamy and garlicky goodness of this keto-friendly recipe!

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