Elevate your dinner game with this creamy, smoky, and utterly irresistible Dairy-Free Crack Chicken! Perfect for those avoiding dairy, this recipe features tender, spice-rubbed chicken breasts simmered in a luscious dairy-free sauce made with coconut cream, almond milk, and nutritional yeast for a rich, cheesy flavor without the cheese. Topped with crispy bacon and fresh green onions, this dish delivers bold flavors and comforting textures in every bite. Ready in just 45 minutes, it's an easy, crowd-pleasing option for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings. Serve with steamed veggies, salad, or rice for a complete, satisfying meal!
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Clean and pat dry the chicken breasts with paper towels.
In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts.
Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and add the seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet.
Cook the chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side until browned. The chicken doesn't need to be fully cooked through at this stage.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the coconut cream, almond milk, and nutritional yeast until smooth.
Pour the dairy-free mixture over the browned chicken in the skillet.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Once done, remove the skillet from the oven and sprinkle the crumbled bacon and sliced green onions over the top.
Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm with a choice of sides like steamed vegetables or a salad.
Calories |
3168 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 139.4 g | 179% | |
| Saturated Fat | 63.1 g | 316% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 870 mg | 290% | |
| Sodium | 3572 mg | 155% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 140.0 g | 51% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 124.8 g | ||
| Protein | 322.4 g | 645% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 382 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 3414 mg | 73% | |
*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.