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Prep Time5 Mins
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Cook Time20 Mins
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Serves2
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DifficultyEasy
These Pan-Seared Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs are the ultimate keto comfort food—crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and bathed in a rich garlic butter sauce that’s bursting with flavour. Ready in under 30 minutes and made with simple, wholesome ingredients, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or an easy meal prep option. Pair it with your favourite low-carb sides for a satisfying and fuss-free dinner that fits perfectly into your ketogenic lifestyle.
Ingredients
Nutrition
Per 100 g
- Daily Value*
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Calories: 197 kcal9.9%
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Fat: 14.7 g9.5%
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Carbohydrates: 0.7 g2.3–3.5%
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Sugars: 0.1 g10–15 g max
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Fibre: 0.0 g0.0%
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Protein: 15.3 g15.3–20.4%
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Salt: 0.4 g5.7–10.0%
- While there's no official keto DV chart, these values are for a standard ketogenic diet (SKD) based on a 2000 kcal/day plan
Directions
Prepare the Chicken
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with kitchen paper — this helps crisp up the skin.
- Season both sides generously with salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme.
Sear the Chicken
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil and 1 tbsp butter in a large frying-pan over medium-high heat.
- Once hot, place the chicken thighs skin-side down. Cook undisturbed for 6–8 minutes, until the skin is deeply golden and crispy.
- Flip and cook the other side for another 5–6 minutes.
Add Garlic Butter
- Lower the heat to medium.
- Add the remaining 1 tbsp butter and the minced garlic to the pan.
- Spoon the melting garlic butter over the chicken as it finishes cooking — about 3–5 minutes, or until the internal temp hits 75°C (165°F).
Rest and Serve
- Transfer chicken to a plate and let it rest for 5 minutes.
- Spoon over any remaining garlic butter from the pan.
- Optionally garnish with chopped parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice.
Conclusion
If you loved these Pan-Seared Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs, don’t stop here—there’s a whole world of keto-friendly goodness waiting for you! Whether you're hunting for satisfying mains, flavour-packed sides, tasty snacks, refreshing drinks, comforting soups, or even vegan keto alternatives, we've got you covered. Head over to our recipe collection and discover your next low-carb favourite!
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