Gluten-Free Vegan Chicken Pasta Primavera
ThisGluten-Free Vegan Chicken Pasta Primavera is a delightful twist on a classic Italian dish. It's a colorful medley of fresh vegetables, vegan chicken, and gluten-free pasta, all tossed in a creamy and flavorful dairy-free sauce.
Ingredients
- 8 oz gluten-free pasta of your choice
- 1 cup vegan chicken substitute, cubed seitan, tofu, tempeh
- 2 cups mixed vegetables bell peppers, broccoli, carrots, cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
- 2 tbsp gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp dairy-free butter
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish optional
Instructions
- Cook the gluten-free pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the vegan chicken substitute and sauté until it begins to brown, about 5 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the dairy-free butter and minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Sprinkle the gluten-free all-purpose flour over the garlic and butter, whisking constantly to create a roux. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the roux becomes a light golden color.
- Slowly pour in the unsweetened almond milk while continuing to whisk. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken.
- Stir in the nutritional yeast, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Add the mixed vegetables and frozen peas to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender but still vibrant.
- Return the cooked vegan chicken substitute to the skillet and toss everything together.
- Add the cooked gluten-free pasta to the skillet and gently stir to coat the pasta and vegetables with the creamy sauce.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve the Gluten-Free Vegan Chicken Pasta Primavera hot, garnished with fresh basil or parsley if desired.