Lemon-Herb Coconut Chicken with Sun-Dried Tomatoes

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-06 · Updated 2026-04-06

Simmered in a rich coconut milk sauce infused with sun-dried tomatoes, capers, and bright lemon, finished with fresh herbs for a vibrant weeknight dinner. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe (whole30, dairy-free), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs Chicken breasts, Olive oil, Garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil salad. 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 (1.5 lbs total) Chicken breasts
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 4 cloves, minced Garlic
• 3 tbsp (oil-packed, drained) Sun-dried tomatoes
• 1 tbsp Capers
• 1 can (13.5 oz, full fat) Coconut milk
• 2 tsp, chopped Fresh thyme
• 2 tbsp, chopped Fresh parsley
• 1, zested and juiced Lemon
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 1/4 tsp Black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Season 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs total) with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, then add the chicken and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through; remove and set aside.
2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add 4 minced garlic cloves and 3 tbsp oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes (drained), sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk, 1 tbsp capers, 2 tsp chopped fresh thyme, 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, the zest and juice of 1 lemon, and 1/2 tsp salt, then bring to a gentle simmer.
3. Step 3: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, ensuring it's submerged in the sauce, and simmer for 8-10 minutes until the chicken is tender and the sauce has thickened slightly. Garnish with additional fresh parsley and serve.