Pan-Seared Garlic-Herb Chicken Thighs with Roasted Asparagus

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

Tender chicken thighs seared until golden, paired with crisp-tender asparagus in a garlic-herb butter sauce. This american-inspired keto (low carb) ready in about 30 minutes pairs chicken thighs, olive oil, unsalted butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 2, 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.

★ 4.2 (10 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 2 American cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season with 1/4 tsp sea salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Step 2: Add chicken thighs skin-side down and cook undisturbed for 8 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook 4 more minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  3. Step 3: Remove chicken and set aside. Add 1 tbsp butter, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp chopped rosemary to the skillet, cooking 30 seconds until fragrant. Add 8 oz trimmed asparagus and toss to coat, then cook 6-7 minutes until crisp-tender and slightly caramelized.
  4. Step 4: Return chicken to the skillet, nestling it among asparagus. Cook 1 more minute to reheat, then serve immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Pan-Seared Garlic-Herb Chicken Thighs with Roasted Asparagus take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 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 Pan-Seared Garlic-Herb Chicken Thighs with Roasted 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 chicken thighs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Pan-Seared Garlic-Herb Chicken Thighs with Roasted 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 Pan-Seared Garlic-Herb Chicken Thighs with Roasted Asparagus for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Pan-Seared Garlic-Herb Chicken Thighs with Roasted Asparagus low carb?

Yes — this recipe is tagged 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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