Dairy-Free Chicken in Creamy Sauce
Experience indulgent comfort food without the dairy with this delightful Dairy-Free Chicken in Creamy Sauce recipe! Perfectly seasoned chicken breasts are pan-seared to golden perfection, then simmered in a velvety sauce made from rich coconut milk, fragrant garlic, and fresh thyme. A hint of lemon juice adds a zesty brightness, while a cornstarch slurry ensures the sauce achieves the perfect creamy consistency—all without a drop of dairy. This easy, one-pan dish is ideal for weeknight dinners and pairs beautifully with rice, pasta, or steamed vegetables. With just 45 minutes from start to finish, this gluten-free and dairy-free meal will become a fast favorite for any table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 can (400ml) coconut milk
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 5-6 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
Pour in the coconut milk and chicken broth into the skillet. Stir in the lemon juice and thyme leaves, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Slowly add the slurry to the skillet, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, ensuring they are submerged in the sauce. Cover and let them cook through on a low simmer for about 10-12 minutes.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving. Enjoy hot, with your choice of side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1650 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.9 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.6 g | 58% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 572 mg | 191% | |
| Sodium | 3500 mg | 152% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.1 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.1 g | ||
| Protein | 219.2 g | 438% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 176 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 6.9 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 878 mg | 19% | |
*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.
