Oven-Roasted Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs with Asparagus

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Juicy chicken thighs roasted in a garlic butter sauce alongside tender asparagus spears for a satisfying keto meal. This french-inspired keto (keto, low carb) ready in about 40 minutes pairs skin on bone-in chicken thighs, unsalted butter, minced garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 510 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: 30 min Serves 4 French cuisine 510 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Pat 4 bone-in chicken thighs dry and season evenly with 1 1/2 tsp salt and 1 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: In a large ovenproof skillet, melt 4 tbsp unsalted butter over medium heat. Add 6 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add chicken thighs skin-side down to the skillet and sear for 5 minutes until the skin is golden and crispy, then flip and sear the other side for 3 minutes.
  4. Step 4: Arrange 1 lb trimmed asparagus spears around the chicken and drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil.
  5. Step 5: Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast for 15-20 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and asparagus is tender.
  6. Step 6: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Oven-Roasted Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs with Asparagus 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 Oven-Roasted Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs with Asparagus?

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 Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs with Asparagus?

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 Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs with Asparagus 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 Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs with Asparagus 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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