Coconut Cream & Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken with Roasted Vegetables
Tender chicken breasts simmered in a rich coconut cream sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and fresh herbs, served alongside perfectly roasted zucchini and bell peppers for a balanced Whole30 dinner. This american-inspired chicken (dairy-free, gluten-free) ready in about 40 minutes pairs avocado oil, minced garlic cloves, full-fat coconut milk for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 4, minced garlic cloves
- 1/4 cup, oil-packed, drained and chopped sun-dried tomatoes
- 1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 medium, cut into 1/2-inch half-moons zucchini
- 1, sliced into thin strips red bell pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss 2 medium zucchinis cut into 1/2-inch half-moons and 1 red bell pepper sliced into thin strips with 1 tbsp avocado oil, 1/4 tsp sea salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Spread in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast for 15 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F, then transfer to a plate.
- Step 3: In the same skillet, add 4 minced garlic cloves and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, then stir in 1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 1 minute. Add 1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk, 1/4 cup fresh basil, 1/4 cup fresh parsley, 1/2 tsp dried oregano, 1/4 tsp sea salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Simmer for 3 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon.
- Step 4: Return chicken to skillet and spoon sauce over it. Cook for 2 minutes to heat through, then serve immediately with roasted vegetables.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Coconut Cream & Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken with Roasted Vegetables take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Coconut Cream & Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken with Roasted Vegetables?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep avocado oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Coconut Cream & Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken with Roasted Vegetables?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Coconut Cream & Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken with Roasted Vegetables for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Coconut Cream & Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken with Roasted Vegetables dairy-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged dairy-free, gluten-free, paleo based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 25-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
