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Dairy-Free Marry Me Chicken

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A creamy, delicious, and heartwarming chicken dish made effortlessly in a pressure cooker, perfect for romantic dinners or family gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ pounds chicken breasts (seasoned with salt and pepper)
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil (for browning)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 can (13.5-ounce) full-fat coconut milk
  • ½ cup chicken broth (for broth depth and thickening)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
  • ¾ cup sun-dried tomatoes (roughly chopped)
  • 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast (to deepen taste without dairy)
  • To taste salt and pepper (to season)
  • 1 tablespoon arrowroot starch (mixed with a few tablespoons of chicken broth for thickening)
  • ½ cup fresh basil (julienned plus more for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides, allowing them to soak in the seasoning for maximum flavor.
  2. Heat the Oil: In your pressure cooker, heat the avocado oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the seasoned chicken breasts. Sear them for about 3-4 minutes on each side until they’re beautifully browned.
  3. Sauté the Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the pot, stirring quickly. Sauté it for about 30 seconds until fragrant, but be careful not to let it burn.
  4. Create the Creamy Base: Pour in the full-fat coconut milk and chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the pot to release any delicious bits stuck from browning the chicken. Stir in the dried oregano and optional crushed red pepper flakes for a hint of heat.
  5. Combine the Flavors: Add the roughly chopped sun-dried tomatoes and nutritional yeast to the pot. Season with additional salt and pepper, mixing everything gently.
  6. Pressure Cook: Seal the lid of your pressure cooker and set it to high pressure. Cook for about 15 minutes, allowing all of the flavors to meld beautifully.
  7. Thicken the Sauce: Once the cooking time is up, carefully release the pressure. Stir in the arrowroot starch mixed with a few tablespoons of chicken broth, and let it simmer for a few minutes to thicken.
  8. Finish with Fresh Basil: Finally, toss in the julienned fresh basil, giving everything a good mix. This adds a burst of freshness that elevates the dish.

Notes

Serve over rice or gluten-free pasta to soak up the creamy sauce. This dish is great for meal prep and can be stored for up to 3 days in the fridge. Can be made spicier with additional crushed red pepper.

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