Crisp-Cooked Chicken Thighs with Lemon-Garlic Sauce

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Juicy bone-in chicken thighs seared to golden perfection, finished with a bright lemon-garlic sauce that complements the rich meat without adding carbs. This American-inspired keto recipe (high protein), ready in about 38 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, olive oil, garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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: 28 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Step 3: Place chicken thighs skin-side down in the skillet and cook for 8 minutes without moving, until golden brown and skin is crispy.
  4. Step 4: Flip chicken and add 4 minced garlic cloves to the skillet, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  5. Step 5: Transfer skillet to a preheated 400°F oven and roast for 20 minutes, or until chicken reaches 165°F internally.
  6. Step 6: Remove from oven, add 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp lemon zest, and 2 tbsp butter to the skillet, stirring until butter melts and sauce thickens slightly.

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