Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Thighs with Garlic Spinach

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Juicy chicken thighs wrapped in crispy bacon served alongside sautéed spinach with garlic for a hearty keto dinner. This american-inspired keto (low carb) ready in about 40 minutes pairs skin on bone-in chicken thighs, strips bacon strips, washed fresh spinach for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 American cuisine 520 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Season 4 bone-in chicken thighs with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Wrap each thigh tightly with 1 strip of bacon.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Place bacon-wrapped chicken thighs skin side down and sear for 5 minutes until bacon is crispy and golden.
  3. Step 3: Flip chicken thighs and transfer skillet to preheated oven. Roast for 20-25 minutes until chicken reaches internal temperature of 165°F and juices run clear.
  4. Step 4: While chicken roasts, melt 2 tbsp butter in a separate large pan over medium heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Step 5: Add 6 cups fresh spinach, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to the pan. Cook, stirring frequently, for 3-4 minutes until spinach is wilted and tender.
  6. Step 6: Serve the bacon-wrapped chicken thighs hot with garlic sautéed spinach on the side for a satisfying keto meal.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Thighs with Garlic Spinach take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (10 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Thighs with Garlic Spinach?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep strips bacon strips from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Thighs with Garlic Spinach?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Thighs with Garlic Spinach for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Thighs with Garlic Spinach keto?

Yes — this recipe is tagged keto, low carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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