Description
Succulent keto chicken thighs with creamy mushroom sauce deliver rich, satisfying flavors from low-carb paradise. Indulgent protein meets silky sauce, creating a perfect meal that delights health-conscious palates and keto enthusiasts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 8 oz mushrooms (cremini or button), sliced
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional, for depth)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Prep & Season Chicken: Thoroughly dry chicken thighs and generously coat with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder across both surfaces.
- Sear & Crisp: Ignite olive oil in a spacious skillet over medium-high temperature, positioning chicken skin-side down. Develop a golden-brown crust for 6-7 minutes, then reverse and cook additional 6 minutes until thoroughly heated. Transfer chicken to a holding plate.
- Craft Mushroom Base: Reduce flame to medium, melt butter in identical pan. Introduce minced garlic and sliced mushrooms, sautéing until mushrooms transform into tender, caramelized morsels. Incorporate Italian seasoning, complementing with salt and pepper for enhanced depth.
- Build Creamy Sauce: Cascade chicken broth into the skillet, delicately lifting caramelized remnants. Integrate heavy cream, grated Parmesan, and Dijon mustard. Allow mixture to gently simmer, gradually thickening and developing rich, complex flavors.
- Unify Dish: Reintroduce seared chicken thighs into sauce, ensuring complete coverage. Permit gentle simmering until chicken reaches precise internal temperature of 165F (75C), allowing sauce to embrace protein completely.
- Plate & Embellish: Strategically position chicken, lavishly drizzling remaining sauce. Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley as final flourish. Accompany with cauliflower rice, zucchini noodles, or verdant steamed vegetables for comprehensive keto-friendly meal.
Notes
- Choose organic, free-range chicken thighs with skin intact for maximum flavor and crispy texture.
- Pat chicken completely dry before seasoning to ensure perfect golden-brown searing and prevent steaming instead of browning.
- Use medium-high heat for initial searing to create a crisp exterior without burning the chicken’s surface.
- Simmer sauce gently to prevent separation and achieve a smooth, creamy texture without curdling the cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg