Oven-Baked Chicken Thighs with Garlic Herb Butter

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Juicy oven-baked chicken thighs glazed with a fragrant garlic herb butter, perfect for a satisfying keto meal. This chicken-inspired keto (keto, low carb) ready in about 50 minutes pairs about 6 oz each bone-in chicken thighs, softened unsalted butter, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 40 min Serves 4 Chicken cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a small bowl, mix 4 tbsp softened unsalted butter with 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until well combined.
  2. Step 2: Pat dry 4 bone-in chicken thighs (6 oz each) with paper towels and rub them all over with 1 tbsp olive oil.
  3. Step 3: Place chicken thighs skin-side up on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and spread the garlic herb butter evenly over each piece.
  4. Step 4: Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes until the skin is golden and crispy and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  5. Step 5: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving to retain juices.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Oven-Baked Chicken Thighs with Garlic Herb Butter take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (10 min prep + 40 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 Oven-Baked Chicken Thighs with Garlic Herb Butter?

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 softened unsalted butter from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Oven-Baked Chicken Thighs with Garlic Herb Butter?

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 Oven-Baked Chicken Thighs with Garlic Herb Butter 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 Oven-Baked Chicken Thighs with Garlic Herb Butter keto?

Yes — this recipe is tagged keto, low carb, gluten free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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