Whole30 Smothered Chicken

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this creamy, flavorful Whole30 Smothered Chicken recipe! Perfectly seasoned chicken breasts are seared to golden perfection, then simmered in a luscious dairy-free sauce made with coconut milk, aromatic garlic, tender mushrooms, and a touch of thyme. Thickened with arrowroot powder, this paleo-friendly dish boasts both satisfying richness and a guilt-free ingredient list. Ready in under an hour, it’s a wholesome, nutrient-packed meal that fits seamlessly into your Whole30 lifestyle. Serve it up with cauliflower rice, zucchini noodles, or your favorite veggie side for a complete and utterly irresistible dinner!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil
• 1 large onion
• 8 ounces mushrooms
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon arrowroot powder
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Begin by patting the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and seasoning them on both sides with salt, black pepper, and paprika.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, warm the coconut oil until it's melted and shimmering.

Step 3

Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and sear them for about 6-7 minutes on each side until browned. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.

Step 4

Slice the onion thinly and chop the garlic finely.

Step 5

In the same skillet, add the sliced onion and cook for about 4 minutes until soft and translucent.

Step 6

Add the mushrooms and garlic to the onion, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes until the mushrooms are tender.

Step 7

Pour in the chicken broth, stirring to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.

Step 8

Stir in the coconut milk and dried thyme, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 9

In a small bowl, mix the arrowroot powder with 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry. Gradually add this to the skillet, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens.

Step 10

Reduce the heat to low, and return the chicken breasts to the skillet.

Step 11

Cover the skillet and let the chicken simmer in the sauce for about 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through with an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).

Step 12

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 13

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1662.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1786.4

Total Fat 63.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.3g
Cholesterol 572.0mg	0%
Sodium 3811.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 65.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.6g	0%
Total Sugars 32.6g
Protein 228.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 197.3mg	0%
Iron 8.4mg	0%
Potassium 1934.3mg	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: 32.6%

Protein: 52.5%

Carbs: 15.0%