Garlic-Parsley Chicken Thighs with Almond Flour Crust

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Juicy chicken thighs coated in a savory almond flour crust, finished with a garlicky herb pan sauce. This american-inspired keto ready in about 25 minutes pairs skin-on chicken thighs, almond flour, unsalted butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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: 15 min Serves 2 American cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat 8 oz chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then season both sides with 1/4 tsp sea salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Press 3 tbsp almond flour evenly over chicken skin, then sear chicken skin-side down for 5 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Step 3: Flip chicken, reduce heat to medium, and cook for 8 minutes. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley to the skillet, stirring for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Pour in 1/4 cup chicken broth, add 2 tbsp unsalted butter, and simmer for 2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Garlic-Parsley Chicken Thighs with Almond Flour Crust take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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-Parsley Chicken Thighs with Almond Flour Crust?

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 skin-on chicken thighs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Garlic-Parsley Chicken Thighs with Almond Flour Crust?

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-Parsley Chicken Thighs with Almond Flour Crust for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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-Parsley Chicken Thighs with Almond Flour Crust?

American keto like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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