Whole30 Marry Me Chicken Thighs with Capers & Dill

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

Juicy chicken thighs simmered in a rich, dairy-free sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, capers, and fresh dill for a Mediterranean-inspired Whole30 dinner. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe (whole30, dairy-free), ready in about 35 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, avocado oil, garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 330 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) boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 2 tbsp avocado oil
• 4 cloves, minced garlic
• 1/2 cup, packed in oil, drained and chopped sun-dried tomatoes
• 1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk
• 1/4 cup, drained capers
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh dill
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp dried thyme
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat chicken thighs dry and season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Heat 1 tbsp avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F), then transfer to a plate.
2. Step 2: Add remaining 1 tbsp avocado oil to the skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Step 3: Stir in chopped sun-dried tomatoes and capers, then pour in coconut milk. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 3 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
4. Step 4: Add fresh dill, lemon juice, and dried thyme. Return chicken to the skillet, spooning sauce over chicken. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until sauce is glossy and chicken is heated through, adjusting seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.