Savory Garlic-Parsley Chicken Thighs with Mushrooms

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Tender chicken thighs pan-seared with garlic and mushrooms in a rich herb-infused butter sauce, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. This american-inspired keto (low-carb) ready in about 30 minutes pairs boneless chicken thighs, avocado oil, medium, finely chopped shallot for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 2 American cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season both sides with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes. Add chicken thighs skin-side down and cook for 5-6 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook for 4 more minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  3. Step 3: Remove chicken and set aside. Add shallot and mushrooms to the skillet, sautéing for 3 minutes until mushrooms release liquid and brown slightly. Stir in butter until melted.
  4. Step 4: Return chicken to skillet, nestling into mushrooms. Add heavy cream and parsley, stirring to coat. Simmer for 2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Savory Garlic-Parsley Chicken Thighs with Mushrooms 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 Savory Garlic-Parsley Chicken Thighs with Mushrooms?

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 boneless chicken thighs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Savory Garlic-Parsley Chicken Thighs with Mushrooms?

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 Savory Garlic-Parsley Chicken Thighs with Mushrooms 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 Savory Garlic-Parsley Chicken Thighs with Mushrooms 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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