Low Carb Honey Butter Chicken
Satisfy your cravings without compromising your diet with this irresistibly flavorful Low Carb Honey Butter Chicken! Perfectly seared boneless, skinless chicken thighs are seasoned with a savory blend of spices and cooked to golden perfection, then bathed in a luscious, low-carb honey butter sauce made with a touch of lemon juice, garlic, and low-sodium soy sauce. The subtle sweetness comes from a keto-friendly honey substitute, making it an ideal choice for anyone following a low-carb or ketogenic lifestyle. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy one-skillet dinner pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, a crisp salad, or cauliflower rice for a wholesome, guilt-free meal. Ideal for weeknight dinners or an indulgent yet healthy treat, this recipe delivers bold flavors and ultimate satisfaction while keeping carbs in check.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces Chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Butter, unsalted
- 2 tablespoons Low-carb honey substitute (e.g., monk fruit honey)
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce, low sodium
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Begin by patting the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season them on both sides with salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken thighs to the skillet, placing them in a single layer. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through, registering an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the butter. Allow the butter to melt completely before adding the low-carb honey substitute, soy sauce, lemon juice, and minced garlic.
Stir the mixture constantly, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Let the sauce simmer for about 2-3 minutes until it thickens slightly.
Return the cooked chicken thighs to the skillet, coating them in the honey butter sauce. Let them cook for an additional 1-2 minutes in the sauce to absorb the flavors.
Turn off the heat and sprinkle the chicken with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Serve the low-carb honey butter chicken hot, paired with your choice of side dishes, such as steamed vegetables or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1906 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 128.8 g | 165% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.3 g | 222% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 843 mg | 281% | |
| Sodium | 3900 mg | 170% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.8 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.7 g | ||
| Protein | 159.9 g | 320% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 129 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 7.0 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 1795 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
