Crisp-Cooked Chicken Thighs with Lemon-Dill Sauce

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Juicy chicken thighs roasted until golden, served with a bright lemon-dill sauce made from fresh herbs and creamy avocado oil. This American-inspired keto recipe (gluten-free, low-sodium), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, avocado oil, lemon for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 410 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: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 American cuisine 410 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then rub with 1 tablespoon avocado oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Place chicken skin-side up on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roast for 25 minutes until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  3. Step 3: While chicken roasts, heat remaining 1 tablespoon avocado oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 1/4 cup heavy cream, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 3 tablespoons chopped dill, and lemon zest. Simmer for 3 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon.
  5. Step 5: Remove chicken from oven, drizzle with lemon-dill sauce, and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

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