Paleo Grilled Chicken with Cheese

Savor the smoky, mouthwatering flavors of Paleo Grilled Chicken with Cheese, a protein-packed dish that's both dairy-free and gluten-free, making it perfect for paleo enthusiasts. This recipe features tender, marinated boneless chicken breasts infused with a zesty blend of olive oil, lemon juice, smoked paprika, garlic, and onion powder, then grilled to perfection for a juicy, charred finish. Topping it off is a velvety, plant-based "cheese" sauce made from nutritional yeast, coconut milk, and tapioca starch, delivering a creamy, cheesy flavor without the dairy. With a prep time of just 15 minutes and a short marinade window, this paleo recipe is as quick as it is satisfying. Ideal for weeknight dinners or summer cookouts, pair this grilled chicken masterpiece with roasted vegetables or a crisp salad for a wholesome, flavor-packed meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 0.25 cup coconut milk
• 1 tablespoon tapioca starch
• 0.5 teaspoon mustard powder
• 0.25 teaspoon turmeric powder

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, sea salt, and black pepper. This will serve as the marinade and seasoning blend for the chicken.

Step 2

Place the chicken breasts in a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated. Cover the dish and marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator. If you have more time, marinate for up to 2 hours for enhanced flavor.

Step 3

Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.

Step 4

While waiting for the grill to heat, prepare the cheese sauce. In a small saucepan, combine nutritional yeast, coconut milk, tapioca starch, mustard powder, and turmeric powder.

Step 5

Stir the cheese sauce mixture over medium heat until it thickens, approximately 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 6

Once the grill is hot, place marinated chicken breasts on the grill. Cook for about 6-8 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).

Step 7

Transfer the grilled chicken to a serving platter. Generously spoon the prepared dairy-free cheese sauce over the grilled chicken.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy your Paleo Grilled Chicken with Cheese!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(857.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1572.7

Total Fat 54.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 591.6mg	0%
Sodium 2876.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 29.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.3g	0%
Total Sugars 5.6g
Protein 229.5g	0%

Vitamin D 34.8IU	0%
Calcium 115.7mg	0%
Iron 9.7mg	0%
Potassium 2410.3mg	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: 31.9%

Protein: 60.3%

Carbs: 7.7%