Dairy-Free Chicken in Cream Sauce
Indulge in the rich, velvety flavors of Dairy-Free Chicken in Cream Sauce, a dish that combines comfort and health without compromising on taste. This easy-to-make recipe features juicy, golden-browned chicken breasts smothered in a luscious sauce made with coconut cream, earthy mushrooms, and fragrant fresh thyme, making it completely dairy-free yet irresistibly creamy. Nutritional yeast adds a subtle cheesy depth, while a splash of lemon juice brightens the flavors, creating a perfect harmony of savory and zesty notes. Ready in just 45 minutes, this one-skillet wonder is both weeknight-friendly and elegant enough for entertaining. Serve it over rice or alongside your favorite veggies for a wholesome, satisfying meal. Gluten-free and full of flavor, this recipe is a must-try for anyone seeking a dairy-free twist on classic chicken in cream sauce!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 0.5 cup coconut cream
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Directions
Step 1
Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Step 2
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Step 3
In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
Step 4
Add the minced garlic and sliced mushrooms to the skillet, stirring frequently, and cook for another 5 minutes until the mushrooms are browned.
Step 5
Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
Step 6
Stir in the coconut cream, lemon juice, fresh thyme, and nutritional yeast. Let it simmer gently for about 5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Step 7
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning some of the sauce over the top. Cook for an additional 5 minutes to heat the chicken through and meld the flavors.
Step 8
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Step 9
Serve the chicken with the creamy sauce over a bed of rice or alongside steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1486.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1993.1 |
| Total Fat 73.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 29.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g | |
| Cholesterol 572.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3500.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 93.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 72.4g | |
| Protein 233.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 22.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 160.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1561.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories