Sage-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Garlic Butter

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Juicy chicken thighs roasted until golden with aromatic sage and garlic, finished in a rich butter sauce. This american-inspired chicken (keto, low-carb) ready in about 35 minutes pairs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, olive oil, dried thyme for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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: 25 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Place chicken thighs in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet, skin-side up. Rub with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp dried thyme, and 1/2 tsp salt, pressing to adhere.
  2. Step 2: Roast for 25 minutes until skin is golden and chicken reaches 165°F internally.
  3. Step 3: While chicken roasts, melt 2 tbsp butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Step 4: Remove chicken from oven, transfer to a plate, and pour garlic butter mixture over top. Sprinkle with 6 chopped fresh sage leaves and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sage-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Garlic Butter take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 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 Sage-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Garlic 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 olive oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sage-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Garlic 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 Sage-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Garlic Butter 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 Sage-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Garlic Butter 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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