Whole30 Marry Me Chicken
A creamy, garlicky, and tangy chicken dish that feels fancy without the fuss, all while being Whole30 compliant.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1.5 to 2 pounds chicken breasts or thighs Thighs stay extra juicy, but breasts work great too.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil For searing chicken.
- 1 small onion or 2 shallots, diced Adds sweetness and depth.
- 4 to 6 cloves garlic, minced I use a lot. No regrets.
- 1 cup chicken broth Helps thin the sauce and builds flavor.
- 1 can full fat coconut milk This is your creamy base. Do not use the carton kind.
- 1/2 cup sun dried tomatoes, chopped Look for ones packed in olive oil with compliant ingredients.
- 1 to 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast Optional, gives a cheesy vibe without dairy.
- 1 to 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning A quick way to get herby flavor.
- Salt and pepper to taste Adjust to your comfort level.
- Crushed red pepper, optional Add for heat.
- Fresh basil, chopped to garnish Adds freshness.
Instructions
Preparation
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Sear chicken until golden on both sides. Remove to a plate.
- Sauté onion or shallot until soft. Add garlic and stir for 30 seconds.
- Add sun dried tomatoes. Stir for 1 minute.
- Pour in broth and scrape up browned bits.
Cooking
- Add coconut milk and nutritional yeast if using. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Return chicken to the pan and simmer until cooked through and sauce thickens, 6 to 10 minutes.
- Top with basil and crushed red pepper if you like heat. Serve hot.
Notes
Let the sauce simmer gently to keep it creamy, and adjust salt/pepper to taste at the end.