Lemon Garlic Chicken Thighs

Lemon Garlic Chicken Thighs Recipe

Ingredients:

• 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 lemon (juice and zest)
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• Optional: 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes for a bit of heat

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chicken:
   • Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, pepper, oregano, and thyme.
   • Zest and juice the lemon, keeping them separate.
2. Sear the Chicken:
   • Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
   • Add the chicken thighs, skin side down, and sear for about 5-7 minutes until the skin is golden brown and crispy. Flip and sear the other side for another 5 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
3. Make the Sauce:
   • In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
   • Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
   • Add the lemon juice and lemon zest to the skillet, stirring to combine. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
4. Combine and Cook:
   • Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, skin side up. Spoon some of the sauce over the chicken.
   • Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
5. Garnish and Serve:
   • Once the chicken is cooked, sprinkle with fresh parsley and, if desired, red pepper flakes for a bit of heat.
   • Serve the lemon garlic chicken thighs hot, with a side of steamed vegetables or cauliflower rice.

Nutritional Information (Approximate):

• Calories: 350 per serving
• Fat: 28g
• Protein: 24g
• Carbohydrates: 2g (Net carbs: 2g)

This lemon garlic chicken thighs recipe is dairy-free, flavorful, and perfect for a ketogenic dinner.

This goes great with my broccolini side dish recipe. Always get in those cruciferous vegetables to clear out circulating estrogens.