Dairy-Free Cheesy Baked Chicken
Savor the rich, creamy flavor of 'Dairy-Free Cheesy Baked Chicken,' a mouthwatering dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. This recipe swaps traditional dairy-based ingredients for a silky, nutrient-packed sauce made with coconut milk and nutritional yeast, delivering all the cheesy goodness without the dairy. Tender chicken breasts are marinated in a zesty olive oil, lemon juice, and spice blend, then topped with a crunchy, golden breadcrumb crust for irresistible texture. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this gluten-free-friendly recipe comes together effortlessly in under an hour. Serve it with a side of roasted vegetables or a crisp, fresh salad for a hearty, wholesome meal that everyone will love. Keywords: dairy-free, cheesy baked chicken, easy weeknight dinner, gluten-free option, healthy chicken recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup nutritional yeast
- 1 cup coconut milk (full-fat, canned)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 0.5 cup breadcrumbs (gluten-free if needed)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Lightly grease a baking dish with a little olive oil.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Place the chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish and brush both sides with the olive oil mixture.
In another bowl, combine the nutritional yeast and coconut milk, mixing until smooth to form a cheesy sauce.
Pour the cheesy sauce over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Sprinkle the chopped parsley and breadcrumbs over the top of the chicken for a crunchy crust.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the topping is golden brown.
Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes before serving.
Garnish with additional parsley if desired and enjoy your dairy-free cheesy baked chicken.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2217 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 113.6 g | 146% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.6 g | 313% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 572 mg | 191% | |
| Sodium | 3325 mg | 145% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.2 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.5 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.3 g | ||
| Protein | 229.4 g | 459% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 212 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 18.0 mg | 100% | |
| Potassium | 1110 mg | 24% | |
*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.
