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Creamy Keto Chicken Thighs Recipe Perfect for Easy Low Carb Dinners

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Juicy, crispy chicken thighs cooked in a rich, velvety mushroom cream sauce, perfect for quick and satisfying low-carb dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil or olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 8 ounces cremini or baby bella mushrooms, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and black pepper on both sides.
  2. Heat a large 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon avocado oil. Heat until shimmering but not smoking.
  3. Place chicken thighs skin-side down in the skillet, pressing down slightly. Cook for 6-7 minutes without moving until skin is golden brown and crispy.
  4. Flip chicken and cook the other side for 4-5 minutes until browned but not fully cooked through. Remove chicken from pan and set aside.
  5. Reduce heat to medium and add 2 tablespoons butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add sliced mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and liquid evaporates, about 5 minutes.
  6. Stir in minced garlic and fresh thyme leaves. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  7. Pour in chicken broth, scraping up browned bits from the pan. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
  8. Lower heat to medium-low and stir in heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Simmer gently, stirring frequently, until sauce thickens to coat the back of a spoon, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Return chicken thighs to the pan, skin-side up. Cover loosely and simmer on low for 5 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F and sauce is thick and luscious.
  10. Remove from heat and let rest for a couple of minutes before serving.

Notes

Pat chicken dry for crispy skin. Do not overcrowd pan to avoid steaming. Use fresh mushrooms and cook until liquid evaporates for best flavor. Parmesan cheese adds umami and silky finish. Rest chicken in sauce off heat before serving. If sauce thickens too much, add a splash of broth or cream to loosen.

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