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One Pot Creamy Tuscan Chicken (Paleo, Keto, Whole30)

A rich, one-pan Tuscan-style chicken with a creamy coconut-milk sauce, spinach, tomatoes, and fresh basil.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Tbsp avocado oil
  • 3 lb chicken thighs bone-in, skin-on or boneless thighs
  • 1 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp sea salt to taste
  • 1/2 cup full-fat canned coconut milk
  • 3 cups baby spinach
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes drained
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil chopped

Equipment

  • Cast Iron Skillet
  • Spatula or tongs
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Measuring cup
  • lid for skillet

Method
 

  1. Heat 1 Tbsp avocado oil in a cast iron skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Season the chicken thighs evenly with 1 tsp sea salt, 1 1/2 tsp paprika, and 1 1/2 tsp dried oregano.
  3. Place the chicken in the hot skillet skin-side down (if using skin-on) and cook about 7 minutes until browned and crispy; flip and cook another 7 minutes.
  4. Remove the browned chicken to a plate and carefully drain excess fat from the skillet, leaving any fond.
  5. Add 1/2 cup full-fat canned coconut milk, 3 cups baby spinach, 1 cup cherry tomatoes, 1/3 cup drained sun-dried tomatoes, and 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil to the skillet; stir to combine and bring to a gentle boil.
  6. Cook the vegetable and coconut milk mixture 3 to 5 minutes until the spinach wilts and the tomatoes begin to soften.
  7. Return the chicken to the skillet, nestling pieces into the sauce; bring back to a gentle boil, cover with a lid, and cook 35 to 45 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
  8. Check the chicken for doneness (juices run clear) and adjust seasoning if needed, then serve.

Notes

  • Use bone-in skin-on thighs for extra flavor or boneless for easier serving.
  • Drain excess fat to prevent the sauce from becoming greasy.
  • Full-fat coconut milk gives the creamiest texture.
  • Cook until chicken reaches a safe internal temperature and juices run clear.