Caper and Dijon Chicken Thighs

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Tender chicken thighs seared with capers and Dijon mustard, creating a tangy, savory sauce that requires minimal effort for a keto dinner. This French-inspired chicken recipe (keto), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, capers, Dijon mustard for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. 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: 15 min Serves 4 French cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat chicken thighs dry and season with salt and black pepper on both sides.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add chicken skin-side down and cook for 6-7 minutes until golden and crisp.
  3. Step 3: Flip thighs, add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 teaspoon dried thyme, and cook 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in 2 tablespoons capers and 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, then reduce heat to medium and cook 10-12 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).

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