Rosemary-Infused Chicken Thighs with Garlic Roasted Broccoli
Juicy chicken thighs roasted with rosemary and garlic, paired with tender broccoli florets for a balanced keto dinner. This mediterranean-inspired keto ready in about 40 minutes pairs avocado oil, (finely chopped) fresh rosemary, (minced) garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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.
Ingredients
- 8 (bone-in, skin-on, 6 oz total) chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp avocado oil
- 2 tsp (finely chopped) fresh rosemary
- 4 cloves (minced) garlic
- 2 lbs (florets) broccoli
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season both sides with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, mix 3 tbsp avocado oil, 2 tsp chopped rosemary, 4 minced garlic cloves, and remaining salt and pepper.
- Step 3: Rub the oil mixture evenly over chicken thighs, coating all sides.
- Step 4: Place chicken skin-side up in a roasting pan. Add 2 lbs broccoli florets around the chicken.
- Step 5: Roast for 30 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F internally and skin is crispy.
- Step 6: Remove chicken from pan, tent with foil, and let rest for 5 minutes. Transfer broccoli to a serving dish and serve immediately with chicken.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Rosemary-Infused Chicken Thighs with Garlic Roasted Broccoli 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 Rosemary-Infused Chicken Thighs with Garlic Roasted 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 avocado oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Rosemary-Infused Chicken Thighs with Garlic Roasted 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 Rosemary-Infused Chicken Thighs with Garlic Roasted 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.
What goes well with Rosemary-Infused Chicken Thighs with Garlic Roasted Broccoli?
Mediterranean keto like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
So much better than takeout. We'll never order mediterranean delivery again.
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Made this for my family and everyone asked for the recipe.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.