Oven-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Garlic Butter and Broccoli

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Juicy chicken thighs roasted in a garlic butter sauce paired with tender broccoli florets, creating a satisfying keto-friendly sheet pan dinner. This american-inspired keto (keto, low carb) ready in about 45 minutes pairs broccoli florets, melted unsalted butter, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 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: 35 min Serves 4 American cuisine 520 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). In a large bowl, whisk together 4 tbsp melted unsalted butter, 2 tbsp olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, 1 tsp lemon zest, 1 tsp paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Add 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs to the bowl and toss to coat evenly with the garlic butter mixture.
  3. Step 3: Arrange the chicken thighs skin-side up on a large baking sheet. Toss 4 cups broccoli florets with any remaining garlic butter mixture and spread them around the chicken.
  4. Step 4: Roast in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes until the chicken skin is crispy and an internal temperature of 165°F is reached, and broccoli is tender with browned edges.
  5. Step 5: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Total time is about 45 minutes (10 min prep + 35 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 Butter and Broccoli?

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 broccoli florets from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Oven-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Garlic Butter and Broccoli?

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 Butter and Broccoli 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-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Garlic Butter and Broccoli 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.

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