Easy Keto Garlicky Greek Chicken

Easy Keto Garlicky Greek Chicken (Beginner-Friendly!)

This Garlicky Greek Chicken is a flavorful and keto-friendly twist on a classic dish. Perfect for beginner cooks, this recipe is simple to follow and requires minimal prep work.

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 lemon, juiced (about 2 tablespoons)
• Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Marinate the chicken: In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Whisk well to create a marinade. Add the chicken pieces to the marinade and toss to coat them evenly. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for deeper flavor.
2. Cook the chicken: Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated chicken pieces and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Discard the leftover marinade.
3. Deglaze the pan (optional): After removing the chicken, add the lemon juice to the hot pan and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom (deglazing adds extra flavor to the sauce). Let the lemon juice simmer for a minute, then remove from heat.
4. Serve and enjoy: Serve the cooked Garlicky Greek Chicken immediately with the pan sauce spooned over the top. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley (optional) and enjoy with your favorite keto-friendly side dishes like roasted vegetables or cauliflower rice.

Tips:

• For thicker pan sauce, whisk together 1 tablespoon of xanthan gum with a little cold water to make a slurry. Slowly whisk the slurry into the simmering lemon juice until it reaches your desired consistency.
• You can use bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs for this recipe. If using bone-in chicken, adjust the cooking time accordingly.
• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a pan over medium heat or in the microwave until warmed through.

Prep Time: 10 minutes (including marinating) Cook Time: 10-14 minutes Additional Time: 0 minutes Total Time: 20-24 minutes (including marinating) Servings: 4

Description:

Craving a simple yet flavorful chicken dish that fits your keto lifestyle? Look no further than this Easy Keto Garlicky Greek Chicken! With minimal prep work and readily available ingredients, this recipe is perfect for beginner cooks. Juicy chicken breasts or thighs are marinated in a fragrant blend of garlic, herbs, and lemon juice, resulting in a satisfying and delicious low-carb meal. Whip up this flavorful dish and experience the taste of the Mediterranean without compromising your keto goals!