Keto Lemon Chicken
Bright, zesty, and low-carb, this Keto Lemon Chicken is a flavorful one-pan dish perfect for busy weeknights or an elegant keto-friendly dinner. Tender, golden-seared chicken breasts are simmered in a luscious lemon-infused sauce made with fresh garlic, thyme, rosemary, and a hint of chicken broth, all thickened seamlessly with xanthan gum for a velvety finish. With just 15 minutes of prep time and simple ingredients, this quick and easy recipe delivers bold citrus flavors while remaining completely gluten-free and keto-approved. Serve it with a side of roasted vegetables or cauliflower rice for a complete, satisfying meal that's sure to impress.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 0.5 teaspoon xanthan gum
Directions
Step 1
Begin by patting the chicken breasts dry with paper towels to ensure a good sear.
Step 2
Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Step 3
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
Step 4
Add the chicken breasts and sear them for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.
Step 5
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add minced garlic, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Step 6
Pour in the lemon juice, chicken broth, lemon zest, thyme, and rosemary. Stir well to combine the flavors, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
Step 7
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, cover the pan, and let them simmer for about 10 minutes until fully cooked through.
Step 8
Remove the chicken once again and keep warm. To thicken the sauce, sprinkle the xanthan gum gradually into the skillet while stirring continuously to avoid clumps.
Step 9
Once the sauce reaches your desired consistency, return the chicken breasts to the pan, turning to coat them in the sauce.
Step 10
Serve the Keto Lemon Chicken warm, garnished with additional herbs if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1124.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1617.1 |
| Total Fat 67.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 13.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 591.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3173.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 24.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 6.4g | |
| Protein 219.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 7.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 145.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2210.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories