Description
Keto Chicken Thighs with Creamy Mushroom Sauce is a delectable, low-carb dish that combines tender chicken thighs with a rich, velvety mushroom sauce. This quick recipe is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy family dinner, all while adhering to your ketogenic lifestyle. With succulent chicken infused with aromatic herbs and earthy mushrooms, each bite offers a flavor-packed experience that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs, skin-on
- 8 oz fresh cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Generously season both sides of the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Sear the chicken thighs skin-side down for 5-7 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and add sliced mushrooms and minced garlic; sauté until soft (about 3 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, then stir in dried thyme. Bring to a simmer before adding grated Parmesan cheese.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, ensuring they are covered in the sauce. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh with sauce (170g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 140mg