Paleo Savory Chicken Filling

Elevate your next meal with this hearty and flavorful Paleo Savory Chicken Filling, a versatile recipe that’s perfect for stuffing into zucchini boats, topping sweet potatoes, or even enjoying on its own. Packed with tender chunks of chicken breast and nutrient-rich veggies like carrots, celery, bell peppers, and mushrooms, this filling is enhanced with aromatic herbs like fresh thyme and rosemary for a depth of flavor in every bite. Almond flour and coconut aminos create a naturally gluten-free, paleo-friendly thickener, making this dish both creamy and satisfying without any dairy or grains. Ready in under an hour, it’s an easy, nutrient-packed option for meal prepping or weeknight dinners. Whether you're following a paleo diet or just looking for a delicious, wholesome meal, this savory chicken filling is a must-try!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, diced onion
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 medium, grated carrot
• 2 sliced celery stalks
• 1 medium, diced bell pepper
• 0.5 cup chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon, chopped fresh thyme
• 1 teaspoon, chopped fresh rosemary
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup, sliced button mushrooms
• 2 tablespoons almond flour
• 2 tablespoons coconut aminos

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Introduce the cubed chicken to the skillet and cook for about 8 minutes until they are browned on all sides.

Step 5

Add the grated carrot, sliced celery, diced bell pepper, and sliced mushrooms to the skillet. Stir and cook for another 5 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.

Step 6

Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Allow to cook for another 5 minutes, letting the flavors meld together.

Step 7

Stir in chopped thyme, rosemary, sea salt, and black pepper.

Step 8

Sprinkle the almond flour over the mixture and stir in coconut aminos, mixing thoroughly until the mixture thickens slightly and is well combined.

Step 9

Reduce the heat to low and let it continue to simmer for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 10

Remove from heat and let it cool slightly before serving as a filling or topping as desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1428.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1154.4

Total Fat 48.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 295.8mg	0%
Sodium 3829.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 55.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.3g	0%
Total Sugars 29.0g
Protein 121.9g	0%

Vitamin D 3.5IU	0%
Calcium 353.7mg	0%
Iron 6.9mg	0%
Potassium 3118.7mg	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: 38.1%

Protein: 42.6%

Carbs: 19.3%