Keto Omaha

This Keto Garlic Butter Chicken is packed with juicy, pan-seared chicken thighs, sautéed mushrooms, spinach, and a rich garlic butter cream sauce—all while staying low-carb and high-fat for the perfect keto-friendly lunch!

Ingredients (Serves 4)

🍗 For the Chicken:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

🧄 For the Creamy Garlic Butter Sauce:

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

• 3 cloves garlic (minced)

• 1 cup mushrooms (sliced)

• 2 cups fresh spinach

• 1/2 cup heavy cream

• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

1️⃣ Season & Sear the Chicken:

• Season chicken thighs with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

• Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

• Cook chicken for 5-6 minutes per side, until golden brown and fully cooked (internal temp 165°F).

• Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.

2️⃣ Make the Garlic Butter Sauce:

• In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.

• Add mushrooms and cook for 3-4 minutes until tender.

• Stir in spinach, letting it wilt.

3️⃣ Add Cream & Cheese:

• Pour in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, stirring until smooth.

• Simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.

• Add red pepper flakes if you want a spicy kick!

4️⃣ Combine & Serve:

• Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top.

• Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot!

🔥 Pair with:

✅ Zucchini noodles

✅ Cauliflower mash

✅ Roasted asparagus

Nutrition Info (Per Serving)

• Calories: ~460

• Protein: ~35g

• Fat: ~35g

• Net Carbs: ~4g