Garlic-Herb Chicken Thighs with Roasted Broccoli

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Crispy-skinned chicken thighs bathed in a fragrant garlic-herb butter sauce, served with perfectly roasted broccoli for a simple yet satisfying keto dinner. This american-inspired keto ready in about 40 minutes pairs bone-in chicken thighs, unsalted butter, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 510 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 510 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat 8 bone-in chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season with 1 tsp sea salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper on both sides.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Place chicken thighs skin-side down and cook for 6 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook for 3 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Transfer skillet to a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) and roast for 18 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  4. Step 4: While chicken roasts, toss 1 lb trimmed broccoli crowns with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper on a baking sheet.
  5. Step 5: Melt 2 tbsp unsalted butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp chopped rosemary, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant.
  6. Step 6: Add roasted broccoli to the garlic butter mixture and toss to coat. Serve chicken with broccoli and drizzle with pan sauce.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Garlic-Herb Chicken Thighs with Roasted Broccoli take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Garlic-Herb Chicken Thighs with Roasted Broccoli?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep bone-in chicken thighs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Garlic-Herb Chicken Thighs with Roasted Broccoli?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Garlic-Herb Chicken Thighs with Roasted Broccoli for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Garlic-Herb Chicken Thighs with Roasted Broccoli?

American keto like this pair well with a low-carb side — cauliflower rice, roasted broccoli or asparagus, or a leafy salad with olive oil and parmesan. Rice, couscous and bread would blow the carb budget this recipe is built around. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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