Dairy-Free Savory Herb Chicken in Creamy Garlic Sauce
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Dairy-Free Savory Herb Chicken in Creamy Garlic Sauce, a recipe that’s perfect for anyone seeking a delicious, dairy-free dinner option. Tender chicken breasts are seasoned with fragrant thyme and rosemary, then seared to golden perfection before being smothered in a luscious and creamy garlic sauce. This dairy-free delight is crafted using a blend of unsweetened coconut milk and thickened with cornstarch, delivering a silky texture without compromising on richness. Balanced with a hint of lemon juice and topped with fresh parsley, this one-skillet dish is as flavorful as it is easy to prepare. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s ideal for weeknight meals or paired with your favorite sides for an elegant dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 5 large garlic cloves
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, dried thyme, and dried rosemary.
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the minced garlic cloves and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour 1 cup of chicken broth into the skillet and use a wooden spoon to scrape any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and add 1 cup of unsweetened coconut milk to the skillet, stirring well to combine.
In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water to create a slurry.
Gradually add the cornstarch slurry to the skillet, stirring continuously to thicken the sauce.
Once the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency, return the chicken breasts to the skillet.
Simmer the chicken in the sauce for another 5-7 minutes, ensuring it is well coated in the creamy garlic sauce.
Finish the dish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and a tablespoon of lemon juice over the chicken.
Serve hot, garnished with extra fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1567 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.0 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.2 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 572 mg | 191% | |
| Sodium | 3480 mg | 151% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.3 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.0 g | ||
| Protein | 219.4 g | 439% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 612 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 431 mg | 9% | |
*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.
