Crispy Garlic-Herb Chicken Thighs with Lemon Butter Sauce

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Juicy chicken thighs seared to golden perfection, bathed in a rich garlic-herb butter sauce with a bright lemon finish—ready in 35 minutes. This American-inspired chicken recipe (keto, low-carb), ready in about 35 minutes, pairs bone-in chicken thighs, unsalted butter, extra-virgin olive oil 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 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: 25 min Serves 4 American cuisine 520 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then season evenly with 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Step 2: Place chicken thighs skin-side down in the hot skillet; cook undisturbed for 7-8 minutes until skin is deep golden brown and crispy, pressing gently with a spatula to ensure even contact.
  3. Step 3: Flip thighs, add 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, 4 minced garlic cloves, and 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves to the skillet; swirl to coat, cooking for 1 minute until garlic is aromatic but not browned.
  4. Step 4: Transfer skillet to a preheated 400°F (200°C) oven and bake for 15-18 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internally and juices run clear.
  5. Step 5: Remove from oven, stir in 1 tablespoon lemon juice and 1 teaspoon lemon zest; let sit for 2 minutes to meld flavors before serving.

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