What Makes This Recipe So Good
This dish is similar to our creamy garlic chicken recipe, which means there is SO MUCH FLAVOR here! Juicy chicken cutlets seasoned with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. A rich, garlicky, oniony coconut cream sauce. Every bite just bursts with flavor. Whole30 creamy garlic chicken is one of those dishes that’s perfect for a busy weeknight, but equally as perfect for a special-occasion dinner. Pair it with mashed potatoes, asparagus, or sauteed broccoli. If you’re counting carbs, try mashed cauliflower or zucchini noodles! The leftovers keep well, so look forward to having this one for lunch in the next day or two! Just refrigerate everything in an airtight container. It’ll keep up to 5 days. You can reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave.
Key Ingredients
Garlic – I promise you, there is not too much garlic in this recipe! A whole head PLUS some garlic powder may seem like a lot, but it’s really the perfect amount. The flavors between the two styles are different enough that they play off each other without overwhelming the dish.Coconut Cream – Place an unopened can of unsweetened coconut milk in the refrigerator for at least 12 hours. Open the can (don’t shake it or stir the milk) and you’ll notice a thick, solid layer has formed on top of the milk. That’s your coconut cream! Scoop it out and use it in this recipe, and save the liquid milk for another recipe.
Chef’s Tips
Don’t skip the part where you slice the chicken breasts into chicken cutlets. The thinner halves will cook more evenly and in less time, which lessens the odds of them overcooking. If you love mushrooms, sautéed mushrooms would be a lovely addition to the other flavors in this recipe. Cook them separately then add them in when you return the chicken to the skillet. To smash the garlic, peel the cloves and place them on a cutting board. Take a knife and place one flat side on top of the garlic with the sharp edge of the knife facing away from you. With the heel of your hand, carefully press on the flat side of the knife that faces up, crushing the garlic beneath the knife. For more garlicky flavor, crush all of the cloves of garlic rather than just 6.
More Whole30 Recipes You’ll Love
Whole30 Marry Me Chicken (Paleo, Dairy Free) Healthy Zuppa Toscana (Whole30, Paleo, Dairy Free) Whole30 Everything Bagel Chicken and Scallion “Cream Cheese” Sauce Paleo Meatloaf (Whole30, Low Carb, Gluten Free) Whole30 Southern Fried Chicken Salad Creamy Whole30 Bacon Mushroom Chicken Thighs with Thyme (Paleo) Whole30 Taco Stuffed Peppers (Paleo, Low Carb) Whole30 Breakfast Tacos Creamy Whole30 Tuscan Chicken with Artichokes (Paleo) Whole30 Creamy Taco Soup Whole30 Chicken Tenders (Paleo, Low Carb, Gluten Free) Creamy Whole30 Balsamic Dressing (Paleo, Vegan) Whole30 Burgers – Burger Joint Style (Paleo, Low Carb)
