Paleo Creamy Chicken
Elevate your dinner table with this satisfying and healthy Paleo Creamy Chicken recipe, brimming with flavor and nourishing ingredients. Perfectly seared boneless chicken breasts are bathed in a velvety, dairy-free sauce made with rich, full-fat coconut milk, fragrant fresh herbs like thyme and rosemary, and a hint of bright lemon juice. Thickened with arrowroot powder, this gluten-free, grain-free dish is a great option for those following paleo diets or seeking a wholesome, guilt-free meal. Ready in just 45 minutes, this one-pan wonder is as easy as it is indulgent, making it the ideal choice for weeknight dinners or entertaining. Garnished with vibrant parsley, it pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables or cauliflower rice for a complete paleo-friendly feast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup canned full-fat coconut milk
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon arrowroot powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Heat the coconut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Add them to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until they become translucent.
Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Pour in the coconut milk and chicken broth, stirring to combine with the onions and garlic.
Add the thyme, rosemary, and lemon juice to the skillet, and bring to a simmer.
In a small bowl, mix the arrowroot powder with a few tablespoons of water until smooth, then stir this mixture into the skillet to thicken the sauce.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the creamy sauce over them. Allow everything to simmer together for an additional 5 minutes to heat the chicken through and meld the flavors.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.
Serve warm, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2081 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 110.7 g | 142% | |
| Saturated Fat | 80.5 g | 403% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 3478 mg | 151% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.7 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.0 g | ||
| Protein | 226.6 g | 453% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 214 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 16.4 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 2992 mg | 64% | |
*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.
