🧡 Why You’ll Love This Keto Chicken Recipe

If you’re following a keto or low-carb diet, this garlic butter chicken will become your new go-to dinner.
It’s packed with healthy fats, high-quality protein, and just 2 net carbs per serving — all while tasting restaurant-quality.

This dish checks every box:

• ✅ Keto & Low-Carb Friendly

• ✅ Simple 30-Minute Dinner

• ✅ Juicy, Crispy Chicken Every Time

• ✅ Family-Approved and Meal-Prep Friendly

🧂 Ingredients You’ll Need

For the Chicken:

• 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs

• 1 tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ½ tsp smoked paprika

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• 1 tbsp olive oil

For the Garlic Butter Sauce:

• 3 tbsp unsalted butter

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

• 1 tsp fresh parsley, chopped

• ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional for heat)

👨‍🍳 How to Make Keto Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs

Step 1: Season the Chicken

Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels (this helps them crisp).
Rub with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder on both sides.

Step 2: Sear for Crispy Skin

Heat olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
Place chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for 5–7 minutes, until golden and crisp.
Flip and cook another 5–7 minutes until cooked through (internal temp: 165°F / 74°C).

Step 3: Make the Garlic Butter Sauce

In the same pan, reduce heat to medium-low.
Add butter and minced garlic, stirring until fragrant (about 1 minute).
Add lemon juice, parsley, and red pepper flakes. Stir well.

Step 4: Combine & Serve

Return chicken thighs to the pan and spoon the garlic butter sauce over each piece.
Serve hot — with steamed broccoli, cauliflower rice, or zucchini noodles.

🍽️ Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

💡 Tips for Perfect Keto Chicken Every Time

• Dry skin = crispy skin: Don’t skip the paper towel step.

• Use cast iron: It gives the best sear and flavor.

• Meal prep tip: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

• Add variety: Try adding a splash of heavy cream or Parmesan to the sauce for a creamy version.