Whole30 Creamy Chicken with Spinach
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this Whole30 Creamy Chicken with Spinach, a satisfying and dairy-free dish that’s as nourishing as it is flavorful. Tender, golden-seared chicken breasts are nestled in a luscious coconut milk sauce infused with garlic, nutritional yeast, and a zesty touch of lemon juice, making it the perfect paleo-friendly comfort food. Fresh spinach adds vibrant color and a boost of nutrition, while the one-skillet preparation ensures easy cleanup. Ready in just 40 minutes, this creamy chicken recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep, and it pairs beautifully with cauliflower rice or roasted vegetables for a wholesome, Whole30-compliant meal.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 can coconut milk
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 3 cloves garlic cloves
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Directions
Step 1
Begin by preparing the chicken breasts. Trim any excess fat and pat dry with paper towels.
Step 2
Season each chicken breast with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder evenly on both sides.
Step 3
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts in a single layer and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Step 4
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add minced garlic cloves. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 5
Pour in the coconut milk and chicken broth. Stir in the nutritional yeast until fully combined. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes.
Step 6
Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, around 2-3 minutes.
Step 7
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning some of the creamy sauce over the top. Let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes so the flavors meld together.
Step 8
Finally, stir in the lemon juice and chopped fresh parsley, then remove from heat.
Step 9
Serve the creamy chicken with spinach immediately, garnished with extra parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1538.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1670.9 |
| Total Fat 54.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 591.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3605.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 53.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 29.1g | |
| Protein 229.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 34.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 278.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2723.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories