Dairy-Free Cheesy Baked Chicken

Indulge in the creamy, savory goodness of Dairy-Free Cheesy Baked Chicken, a wholesome dish that’s as comforting as it is nutritious. This recipe swaps traditional cheese for a luscious combination of nutritional yeast and coconut milk, delivering all the rich, cheesy flavor without any dairy. Perfectly seasoned chicken breasts are brushed with a zesty olive oil mixture and topped with a golden breadcrumb crust for a satisfying crunch. With a bake time of just 30 minutes, this easy-to-make, gluten-free-friendly dinner is ideal for weeknight meals or casual entertaining. Serve it with your favorite veggies or a refreshing side salad for a delicious, balanced meal everyone will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup nutritional yeast
• 1 cup coconut milk (full-fat, canned)
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 0.5 cup breadcrumbs (gluten-free if needed)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Lightly grease a baking dish with a little olive oil.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Place the chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish and brush both sides with the olive oil mixture.

Step 5

In another bowl, combine the nutritional yeast and coconut milk, mixing until smooth to form a cheesy sauce.

Step 6

Pour the cheesy sauce over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are evenly coated.

Step 7

Sprinkle the chopped parsley and breadcrumbs over the top of the chicken for a crunchy crust.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the topping is golden brown.

Step 9

Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes before serving.

Step 10

Garnish with additional parsley if desired and enjoy your dairy-free cheesy baked chicken.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1091.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2216.9

Total Fat 113.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 62.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 572.0mg	0%
Sodium 3325.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 68.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.5g	0%
Total Sugars 11.3g
Protein 229.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 211.5mg	0%
Iron 18.0mg	0%
Potassium 1110.1mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.2%

Protein: 41.5%

Carbs: 12.3%