Dairy-Free Chicken in White Sauce
Elevate your dinner menu with this irresistible Dairy-Free Chicken in White Sauce—a creamy and flavorful dish that's perfect for anyone avoiding dairy without compromising on taste. Tender, golden chicken breasts are nestled in a silky coconut milk-based sauce enhanced with nutritional yeast for a cheesy depth, brightened by a splash of fresh lemon juice, and thickened to perfection. Infused with sautéed garlic and onion, this comforting meal is ready in just 45 minutes and pairs beautifully with steamed vegetables or your favorite grain. Whether you're catering to dietary restrictions or simply looking for a lighter alternative, this dairy-free recipe is sure to become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 large Onion, chopped
- 1 can (13.5 oz) Coconut milk, full fat
- 3 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and chopped onion. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes, or until the onions are translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
Reduce the heat to medium and stir in the coconut milk, nutritional yeast, and chicken broth. Mix well to combine.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with a few tablespoons of water to create a slurry. Stir the slurry into the skillet to thicken the sauce.
Allow the sauce to simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens to your desired consistency.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, ensuring they are well coated with the sauce. Add the lemon juice and simmer for another 3-4 minutes.
Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Pair with steamed vegetables or rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1689 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.2 g | 77% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.3 g | 86% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 3463 mg | 151% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.5 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.6 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.6 g | ||
| Protein | 231.4 g | 463% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 175 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 10.5 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 2732 mg | 58% | |
*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.
