Paleo Chicken and Mushroom Skillet
This skillet dinner struts in like it pays the rent. It’s earthy, savory, and yes, completely free of any actual chicken drama. Mushrooms do the heavy lifting, soaking up every herby, garlicky note like they went to culinary school. Toss everything in a hot skillet, stir like you’ve got secrets, and boom—dinner that slaps harder than your last breakup. It’s paleo, it’s plant-based, and it’s got weeknight queen energy. No clucking, no compromise, just wholesome vibes and rich umami wrapped in one fabulous skillet situation.
Paleo Chicken and Mushroom Skillet
This hearty one-pan wonder features vegan chicken and mushrooms in a rich, herb-packed, garlic-kissed sauce—completely plant-based and totally paleo-friendly.
Ingredients
- 1½ cups vegan chicken chunks soy-based or seitan
- 2 cups mushrooms sliced (cremini or button are fab)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ½ medium onion finely diced
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ¼ tsp dried rosemary
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- ½ cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tbsp nutritional yeast
- Fresh parsley chopped (optional, but cute)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Flip your hair while it heats for added flavor.
- Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant—about 3 minutes. Your kitchen should smell like a five-star forest retreat.
- Toss in mushrooms, thyme, and rosemary. Cook until mushrooms soften and release their drama (aka moisture).
- Add vegan chicken and sauté for 5–6 minutes until lightly browned. Stir like you’re stirring tea on Instagram.
- Pour in almond milk and nutritional yeast. Simmer for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens into creamy perfection.
- Season with salt, pepper, and serve with fresh parsley if you’re feeling extra.
Notes
📊 Nutritional Values (per serving)
- Calories: 245
- Total Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
💪 Vitamins & Minerals (per serving)
- Vitamin B6: 30%
- Vitamin D: 15%
- Iron: 18%
- Vitamin C: 12%
- Magnesium: 10%
💁♀️ Notes & Tips to Elevate the Flavor
- Add a splash of white wine (the rest is for you).
- Swap parsley with fresh basil for a flavor glow-up.
- Want heat? Crushed red pepper gets the job done.
- Use baby bella mushrooms for richer taste.
- Serve over cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles to stay fully paleo and fabulously full.
