Crispy Herb-Crusted Chicken Thighs with Creamy Avocado Sauce

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Golden-brown chicken thighs with a herbed crust, served with a rich, lime-infused avocado sauce that's perfectly balanced for keto macros. This American-inspired chicken recipe (keto, high-protein), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, olive oil, avocado for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 550 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 550 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then rub 1 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp cumin, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper evenly over both sides.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add chicken thighs skin-side down and sear undisturbed for 8-10 minutes until skin is golden brown and crispy.
  3. Step 3: Flip chicken, add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, and transfer skillet to a preheated 400°F (200°C) oven. Bake for 15-18 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and skin is deeply golden.
  4. Step 4: While chicken bakes, scoop flesh from avocado into a blender. Add lime juice from 1/2 lime, 2 garlic cloves (peeled), 2 tbsp cilantro, 2 tbsp parsley, and a pinch of salt. Blend until completely smooth and creamy, scraping down sides as needed.
  5. Step 5: Remove chicken from oven, let rest 5 minutes. Drizzle with avocado sauce and serve immediately, garnished with extra herbs.

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