Nutrition Facts
Servings: 4 ServingCalories:290kcalTotal Fat:22gTotal Carbohydrate:1gProtein:22g
Keto Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs
The Easiest One-Pan Keto Chicken Recipe
There’s nothing better than a one-pan dinner that’s both delicious and low-carb. These Keto Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs are a staple in my home because they check all the boxes: crispy skin, juicy meat, and an indulgent garlic butter sauce.
Using bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs is key here—they crisp up beautifully and add rich flavor to the pan. The garlic butter sauce? Absolute heaven. Spoon it over the chicken, drizzle it on roasted veggies, or save it for dipping—trust me, you’ll want every last drop.
Description
Juicy, crispy chicken thighs seared in a rich garlic butter sauce with fresh herbs. A simple, one-pan meal packed with flavor and healthy fats!
Ingredients
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat & Season: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Pat the chicken dry and season with salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme.
- Sear to Crispy Perfection: Add olive oil to the pan and place chicken skin-side down. Sear for 5-6 minutes until crispy, then flip and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Make the Garlic Butter Sauce: Lower the heat, add butter and garlic, and let it melt together. Spoon the sauce over the chicken as it finishes cooking.
- Serve & Enjoy: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot with your favorite low-carb sides!
Note
Substitutions & Variations
- Dairy-Free: Swap butter for ghee or more olive oil.
- Spicy Kick: Add extra red pepper flakes or cayenne.
- Lemon Herb: Squeeze fresh lemon juice and add oregano for a bright twist.