Here’s a keto-friendly version of the flavorful chicken thighs in lemon garlic butter, complete with updated nutritional information:
Keto Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs
Ingredients:
- 6-8 boneless chicken thighs (skinless or with skin)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red chili pepper flakes or Cayenne (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 4 garlic cloves, sliced or minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 stick (1/4 cup) butter, diced
- Zest of half a lemon
- Juice of one lemon
- 1/3 cup chicken stock (ensure it’s low-carb or homemade)
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
- Lemon slices, for garnish
Instructions:
- Prepare the Chicken:
- Place the chicken thighs at the bottom of your slow cooker.
- Make the Sauce:
- In a small bowl, combine the chicken stock, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Pour the mixture over the chicken thighs in the crockpot.
- Add Seasoning and Butter:
- In another small bowl, mix the Italian seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, crushed red chili pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Sprinkle this spice mix over the chicken thighs.
- Top the chicken with minced garlic and diced butter.
- Cook:
- Cover the crockpot and cook on HIGH for 3-4 hours or on LOW for 6-8 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Garnish the chicken with chopped fresh parsley and lemon slices.
- Serve hot with keto-friendly sides like cauliflower rice or spiralized zucchini noodles.
Estimated Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Net Carbs: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Sodium: 400mg
Notes:
- Chicken Stock: Ensure that the chicken stock is low in carbohydrates. Some store-bought stocks can contain added sugars.
- Butter: The use of butter keeps the recipe rich in fats, making it suitable for a keto diet.
- Sides: Pair with keto-friendly vegetables to keep the meal within keto guidelines.
This recipe is perfect for a low-carb, keto-friendly meal while still delivering delicious, savory flavors. Enjoy your keto lemon garlic butter chicken thighs!
