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chicken thighs keto
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chicken thighs keto

A flavorful, low-carb chicken thigh recipe that’s seared to golden perfection and smothered in a rich, creamy garlic-butter sauce. Perfect for keto diets and packed with healthy fats and protein.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • ¼ cup heavy cream
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or thyme optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat Oven (Optional):
  2. Preheat oven to 400°F (if finishing in oven), or you can cook completely on stovetop.
  3. Season Chicken:
  4. Pat chicken thighs dry. Season both sides with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
  5. Sear Chicken:
  6. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place chicken skin-side down and sear for 5–7 minutes until golden and crispy. Flip and cook another 4 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  7. Make Sauce:
  8. Reduce heat to medium. Add butter and garlic to the skillet; sauté for 30 seconds. Pour in chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits.
  9. Add Cream & Cheese:
  10. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan. Let the sauce simmer for 2–3 minutes to thicken slightly.
  11. Return Chicken & Finish:
  12. Return chicken to the skillet. Simmer uncovered for 8–10 minutes on low heat or transfer skillet to the oven and bake for 10–15 minutes until chicken is cooked through (165°F internal temp).
  13. Serve:
  14. Spoon sauce over chicken and garnish with herbs. Serve with sautéed spinach, zucchini noodles, or cauliflower mash.

Notes

  • Boneless thighs: Cook faster—reduce simmer time accordingly.
  • Dairy-free: Use coconut cream and nutritional yeast instead of cream and Parmesan.
  • Spicy option: Add a pinch of chili flakes to the sauce.
  • Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Sauce may thicken; reheat gently with a splash of broth.