Whole30 Chicken in White Sauce

Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this Whole30 Chicken in White Sauce, a creamy yet dairy-free dish that's bursting with flavor and completely compliant with Whole30 guidelines. Tender, golden-browned chicken breasts are simmered in a luscious sauce made with full-fat coconut milk, savory chicken broth, and nutritional yeast for a rich, cheesy undertone without any dairy. Hints of garlic, onion, and fresh thyme add aromatic depth, while a touch of lemon juice brightens the dish for a perfectly balanced flavor profile. Thickened with arrowroot powder, this velvety sauce clings to each bite, making it a perfect match for roasted veggies or cauliflower rice. Ready in just 40 minutes with minimal prep time, this wholesome, crowd-pleasing recipe is sure to become a go-to favorite for busy nights or special occasions alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil
• 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 cup canned full-fat coconut milk
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon arrowroot powder
• 2 tablespoons water

Directions

Step 1

Heat the coconut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Add them to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the onion and garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Pour in the coconut milk and chicken broth, stirring to combine.

Step 5

Add the nutritional yeast, lemon juice, thyme, sea salt, and black pepper. Stir well to incorporate.

Step 6

In a small bowl, mix the arrowroot powder with water to create a slurry. Slowly add this mixture to the sauce, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and return the chicken breasts to the skillet, coating them with the sauce.

Step 8

Simmer for another 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the chicken to heat through.

Step 9

Serve the chicken hot, topped with additional fresh thyme if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1399.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2123.3

Total Fat 110.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 80.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 591.6mg	0%
Sodium 3453.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 44.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.9g	0%
Total Sugars 12.8g
Protein 235.0g	0%

Vitamin D 7.0IU	0%
Calcium 192.6mg	0%
Iron 17.0mg	0%
Potassium 3158.2mg	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: 47.1%

Protein: 44.5%

Carbs: 8.4%