Oven-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Garlic and Thyme Butter

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Juicy chicken thighs roasted in the oven with a garlic-thyme butter that infuses rich flavor and crisp skin perfect for low-carb diets. This French-inspired chicken recipe (keto, low carb), ready in about 55 minutes, pairs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, unsalted butter, fresh thyme leaves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 6, 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: 40 min Serves 6 French cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Pat dry 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs with paper towels and season both sides with 2 tsp salt and 1 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, mix 4 tbsp softened unsalted butter with 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme leaves and 4 minced garlic cloves until well combined.
  3. Step 3: Rub the garlic-thyme butter evenly under the skin of each chicken thigh, then drizzle 2 tbsp olive oil over the skin.
  4. Step 4: Arrange the chicken thighs on a rimmed baking sheet skin-side up and roast in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes until the skin is golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  5. Step 5: Let rest for 5 minutes before serving with steamed low-carb vegetables or a leafy green salad.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Oven-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Garlic and Thyme Butter take to make?

Total time is about 55 minutes (15 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-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Garlic and Thyme 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 unsalted butter from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Oven-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Garlic and Thyme 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-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Garlic and Thyme Butter for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Garlic and Thyme 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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