Sautéed Chicken Thighs with Avocado and Spinach in Garlic Butter

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Juicy chicken thighs pan-seared and served with creamy avocado and tender spinach sautéed in garlic butter for a rich, keto-friendly meal. This mediterranean-inspired keto (keto, low carb) ready in about 30 minutes pairs (about 1.5 lbs) bone-in chicken thighs, medium, diced avocado, fresh spinach for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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: 20 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat dry 4 bone-in chicken thighs and season evenly with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, then add chicken thighs skin-side down. Sear for 6-7 minutes until skin is golden and crispy, then flip and cook an additional 5 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove chicken and keep warm.
  2. Step 2: Reduce heat to medium, add 3 tbsp unsalted butter and 4 minced garlic cloves to the same skillet, sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and butter is melted.
  3. Step 3: Add 4 cups fresh spinach to the skillet with garlic butter, tossing gently for 2-3 minutes until the spinach wilts but remains vibrant green.
  4. Step 4: Remove skillet from heat, fold in 1 diced medium avocado and drizzle 1 tbsp lemon juice over the mixture. Stir gently to combine.
  5. Step 5: Plate the chicken thighs atop the garlic butter spinach and avocado mixture and serve immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Sautéed Chicken Thighs with Avocado and Spinach in Garlic Butter take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 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 Sautéed Chicken Thighs with Avocado and Spinach in 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 medium, diced avocado from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Chicken Thighs with Avocado and Spinach in 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 Sautéed Chicken Thighs with Avocado and Spinach in 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 Sautéed Chicken Thighs with Avocado and Spinach in Garlic Butter 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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