Whole30 Marry Me Chicken
Tender, flavorful, and completely Whole30-compliant, this Whole30 Marry Me Chicken is a healthier spin on the beloved classic. Juicy, golden-seared chicken breasts are simmered in a rich, creamy sauce made with dairy-free coconut milk, nutritional yeast, and sun-dried tomatoes, delivering all the indulgence without breaking your clean-eating commitment. Elevate the dish with fragrant garlic, oregano, and a touch of spice from red pepper flakes, while fresh basil adds a finishing burst of freshness. This one-pan recipe is ready in just 40 minutes, making it the perfect choice for a weeknight meal or a date-night dinner that’s as wholesome as it is irresistible. Serve it over cauliflower rice or steamed veggies for a fully Whole30-approved experience!
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic cloves
- 14 ounces canned coconut milk
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 0.5 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 0.25 cup fresh basil
Directions
Step 1
Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder on both sides.
Step 2
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 3
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Step 4
In the same skillet, add minced garlic cloves and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 5
Reduce the heat to medium and add the coconut milk, chicken broth, nutritional yeast, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Stir well to combine.
Step 6
Add the sun-dried tomatoes to the sauce and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 7
Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the chicken to coat.
Step 8
Simmer the chicken in the sauce for another 5-7 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the chicken to heat through.
Step 9
Garnish with fresh basil before serving. Serve immediately with your choice of vegetables or cauliflower rice to keep it Whole30 compliant.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1514.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2817.4 |
| Total Fat 157.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 96.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g | |
| Cholesterol 771.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3412.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 51.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 22.7g | |
| Protein 302.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 9.1IU | 0% |
| Calcium 250.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 26.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4734.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories