Creamy Garlic-Herb Chicken Thighs

Basil Zucchini "Noodles"
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Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 Tbsp avocado oil, divided
  • ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 3 Tbsp white wine (or use chicken broth)
  • ½ (6.5-oz) tub garlic and herb spreadable cheese 
  • Chopped green onions (optional)

Instructions

  1. Season chicken with salt and pepper, if desired. Cook chicken in hot oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat 4 minutes per side or until browned and done. Remove from skillet; keep warm.
  2. Add broth and wine to skillet, scraping skillet to loosen browned bits. Bring to a boil; cook 3 minutes or until reduced to ½ cup.
  3. Add cheese; reduce heat to medium, and cook until creamy and thoroughly heated. Serve over chicken; sprinkle with onions, if desired.

Side Dish Ingredients

  • ¾ lb zucchini (about 2)
  • 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 to 2 Tbsp chopped fresh basil
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp pepper

Side Dish Instructions

  1. Cut zucchini into noodles using a spiralizer. Or cut lengthwise into slices. Stack 3 slices at a time, and cut lengthwise into thin strips to resemble strands of pasta.
  2. Combine oil, garlic, basil, salt, and pepper in a bowl; add zucchini, and toss. Let stand at least 10 minutes before serving.

Nutritional Information

Main Side Total
Servings 3 3
Calories
374
98
472
Fat (g) 27 9 36
Sat. Fat (g) 9 1 10
Protein (g) 28 1 29
Carb (g) 2 3 5
Fiber (g) 0 1 1
Sodium (mg) 382 169 551

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