Description
This low-carb recipe features tender chicken thighs and broccoli in a creamy garlic sauce, offering a flavorful and satisfying meal. It’s easy to make and perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 500g (1 lb) Chicken Thighs, trimmed
- 300g (10 oz) Broccoli Florets
- 4 Cloves Garlic, minced
- 50g Shallot, diced
- 200ml (⅞ cup) Heavy Cream
- 60ml (¼ cup) Chicken Broth
- 50g (½ cup) Parmesan Cheese
- 30g (2 tbsp) Cream Cheese
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 tbsp Butter
- 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
- ½ tsp Black Pepper
- ½ tsp Sea Salt
- 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
- 1 tbsp Parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp Almond Slivers, toasted
- ½ Lemon Zest
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken: Season chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Sear Chicken: Sear chicken in olive oil and butter until golden brown.
- Sauté Aromatics: Sauté shallot and garlic until fragrant.
- Make Sauce: Whisk in broth, cream, cheese until thickened.
- Simmer & Cook: Return chicken to skillet, add broccoli, and simmer until cooked through.
- Finish & Season: Stir in lemon zest and juice; adjust seasoning.
- Plate & Garnish: Serve with parsley and almond slivers.
Notes
For best results, use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 74°C (165°F).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg
Keywords: low carb, chicken, broccoli, creamy, garlic, dinner, healthy, easy