Savory Keto Chicken Delight
A delicious keto-friendly chicken dish that’s easy to prepare and bursting with flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Keto
- Diet: Keto
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–6 pieces Chicken Thighs
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
- 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
- Salt and Pepper, to taste
- Fresh Parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare your ingredients by washing and chopping all vegetables.
- Season the chicken thighs with olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Massage the spices into the chicken.
- Sear the chicken thighs skin-side down in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes until golden brown.
- Flip the chicken thighs and sear the other side for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Rest the chicken for 5-10 minutes before garnishing with parsley.
Notes
Feel free to substitute chicken thighs with breasts if desired, but ensure they remain moist. Variations include adding creamy garlic sauce, pesto, or lemon juice for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
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