One-Pan Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs with Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Juicy chicken thighs are pan-seared and then roasted alongside Brussels sprouts in a garlic butter sauce, creating an easy and satisfying keto meal. This american-inspired keto (keto, low carb) ready in about 40 minutes pairs halved Brussels sprouts, butter, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 490 calories and feeds 4, 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.
Ingredients
- 4 (about 6 oz each) bone-in chicken thighs
- 12 oz halved Brussels sprouts
- 4 tbsp butter
- 4 minced garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Pat dry 4 bone-in chicken thighs and season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for 5-6 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Step 3: Flip chicken and add 12 oz halved Brussels sprouts around the thighs. Sprinkle with 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves.
- Step 4: Add 4 tbsp butter and 4 minced garlic cloves to the skillet, spooning melted butter and garlic over chicken and sprouts.
- Step 5: Transfer skillet to the oven and roast for 18-20 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and Brussels sprouts are tender.
- Step 6: Remove from oven and drizzle with 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pan Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs with Roasted Brussels Sprouts take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (10 min prep + 30 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 One-Pan Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs with Roasted Brussels Sprouts?
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 halved brussels sprouts from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pan Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs with Roasted Brussels Sprouts?
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 One-Pan Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs with Roasted Brussels Sprouts 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.
Is One-Pan Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs with Roasted Brussels Sprouts keto?
Yes — this recipe is tagged keto, low carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
