Keto Herb-Crusted Chicken Thighs with Garlic Cream Sauce

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Juicy chicken thighs baked with a golden herb crust, served in a rich, velvety garlic-cream sauce that's perfectly low-carb and high-satiety. This American-inspired chicken recipe (keto, high protein), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs boneless chicken thighs, avocado oil, garlic cloves 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 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 2 American cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat 12 oz boneless chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then rub with 3 tbsp avocado oil, 1/2 tsp kosher salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Arrange chicken in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Sprinkle evenly with 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, 1 tsp chopped rosemary, and 4 minced garlic cloves.
  3. Step 3: Bake for 22-25 minutes until chicken is golden brown and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C), flipping halfway through.
  4. Step 4: While chicken bakes, whisk 1/4 cup heavy cream, 2 oz softened cream cheese, and 1/4 cup grated Parmesan in a small saucepan over medium-low heat until melted and smooth, stirring constantly for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
  5. Step 5: Remove chicken from oven, let rest 5 minutes. Pour the warm garlic-cream sauce over the chicken, ensuring each piece is generously coated, and garnish with remaining thyme.

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