Spicy Garlic Chicken Thighs for Keto Lunch

Why this?
This Spicy Garlic Chicken Thighs recipe is a perfect keto-friendly lunch that balances the rich, crispy skin of chicken thighs with a subtle kick from red pepper flakes. The garlic and smoked paprika enhance flavor without overpowering the natural juiciness of the chicken, making it a delicious and satisfying meal that fits perfectly into a ketogenic lifestyle.

Ingredients:

4 boneless, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs)

1 tablespoon olive oil

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

Salt to taste

Freshly ground black pepper to taste

1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Preparation Steps:

Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Add the chicken thighs skin-side down and cook without moving for about 6-7 minutes, until the skin is crispy and golden brown.
Flip the chicken thighs and add the minced garlic to the pan.
Cook for another 6-7 minutes, stirring the garlic occasionally to prevent burning, until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature 165°F).
Remove the chicken from the pan and let it rest for a few minutes.
Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley if desired before serving.

Cooking Time: 15 minutes

Diet Types: Keto, Low Carb, Gluten-Free, Paleo

Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh

Servings: 4

Nutritional Facts Per Serving:

Calories: 320

Total Fats: 22g

Sodium: 280mg

Dietary Fiber: 0.5g

Total Sugars: 0g

Proteins: 28g

Calcium: 20mg