Whole30 Chicken with White Sauce

Elevate your dinner game with this Whole30 Chicken with White Sauce, a delightful blend of rich, creamy flavors and wholesome, clean ingredients. This recipe features tender, pan-seared chicken breasts smothered in a luscious dairy-free white sauce made with coconut cream, nutritional yeast, and a hint of zesty lemon juice. Thickened naturally with arrowroot powder, this sauce achieves a velvety texture without sacrificing your Whole30 commitment. Sautéed garlic and aromatic onion powder infuse the dish with comforting warmth, while fresh parsley adds a bright, herbaceous finish. Ready in just 45 minutes, this paleo-friendly and gluten-free recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or elegant entertaining. Serve it alongside roasted vegetables or cauliflower rice for a complete, satisfying meal that’s as good for you as it is indulgent. Keywords: Whole30 chicken recipe, dairy-free white sauce, gluten-free dinner, paleo chicken recipes, healthy chicken dishes.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces chicken breasts
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 minced garlic cloves
• 1 cup coconut cream
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 1 tablespoon arrowroot powder
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Begin by seasoning the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove them from the skillet and set aside on a plate.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet.

Step 5

Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 6

In a small bowl, stir together the arrowroot powder and 2 tablespoons of the chicken broth until smooth. This will be used to thicken the sauce.

Step 7

Add the coconut cream, remaining chicken broth, nutritional yeast, onion powder, and lemon juice to the skillet. Stir well to combine.

Step 8

Slowly whisk in the arrowroot mixture into the skillet and cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens. This should take about 3-4 minutes.

Step 9

Return the chicken to the skillet, allowing it to simmer in the sauce for an additional 5 minutes to absorb the flavors.

Step 10

Serve the chicken breasts topped with the creamy white sauce and garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1294.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2492.8

Total Fat 106.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 50.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.4g
Cholesterol 572.0mg	0%
Sodium 3528.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 148.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.1g	0%
Total Sugars 125.0g
Protein 227.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 142.6mg	0%
Iron 7.9mg	0%
Potassium 827.1mg	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: 38.9%

Protein: 37.0%

Carbs: 24.1%