Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs with Spinach

Why this?
This keto-friendly lunch recipe combines rich, protein-packed chicken thighs with a creamy garlic butter sauce and nutrient-dense spinach. It balances indulgent flavors with wholesome ingredients, perfect for those following a ketogenic diet looking for a satisfying midday meal that supports muscle recovery and sustained energy without compromising on taste.

Ingredients:

Preparation Steps:

• Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
• Season chicken thighs generously with salt, pepper, thyme, and smoked paprika.
• Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs skin-side down and sear until skin is golden and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Flip and cook another 3 minutes.
• Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
• Reduce heat to medium. Add butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
• Pour in chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the pan. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, simmering gently until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes.
• Add fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
• Return chicken thighs to the skillet, skin-side up, spoon some sauce over them.
• Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through (internal temperature 165°F or 74°C).
• Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Cooking Time: 35 minutes

Diet Types: Keto, Low Carb, Gluten-Free

Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce and spinach

Servings: 4

Nutritional Facts Per Serving: