Keto Baked Chicken with Herb Butter
This dish features succulent baked chicken, slathered in a dreamy herb butter sauce that’s as delicious as it sounds.
Ingredients
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter or vegan butter
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges for serving, optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Ready, set, bake!
- Melt butter in a small bowl and mix in garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Rub chicken thighs with olive oil, then generously coat them with the herb butter mixture.
- Place chicken in a greased baking dish. Roast for 35-40 minutes, or until chicken is golden and cooked through.
- Squeeze lemon juice over the chicken before serving, for that perfect burst of freshness.
- Serve with your favorite low-carb side dish—or just eat it all by itself.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 300
- Total Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 15%
- Vitamin C: 10%
- Iron: 8%
- Calcium: 4%
- Vitamin K: 12%
Tips to Enhance Flavor
- Add a sprinkle of parmesan cheese on top for extra richness.
- Pair with roasted veggies for a complete meal.
- For a more intense garlic flavor, toss in a few extra cloves.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days—if there are any leftovers.