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Creamy Low-Carb Tuscan Chicken Thighs

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A quick and easy low-carb dinner featuring juicy chicken thighs simmered in a creamy sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and Parmesan cheese. Perfect for cozy weeknights and keto-friendly meals.

Ingredients

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  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 3 lbs / 1.4 kg)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil)
  • 3 cups fresh baby spinach, roughly chopped
  • ½ cup small-curd full-fat cottage cheese
  • ⅓ cup heavy cream (80 ml)
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (basil, oregano, thyme mix)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt, pepper, and half the Italian herbs. Let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place chicken thighs skin-side down and cook for 6-8 minutes until skin is golden and crisp. Flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Lower heat to medium. In the same pan, add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned. Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and stir for 1 minute.
  4. Add chopped spinach and stir until wilted, about 2 minutes. Pour in heavy cream and lemon juice, stirring to combine. Season with remaining Italian herbs, salt, and pepper.
  5. Blend the cottage cheese in a small blender or food processor until smooth and creamy. Alternatively, mash with a fork if short on time.
  6. Stir the blended cottage cheese into the pan. Sprinkle in grated Parmesan and stir until melted and sauce thickens slightly, about 3-4 minutes.
  7. Return chicken thighs to the pan, nestling them into the sauce skin-side up. Cover loosely and simmer on low for 10-12 minutes, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  8. Remove lid and cook uncovered for 2 more minutes to thicken sauce if needed. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot with extra sauce spooned over the chicken.

Notes

Pat chicken dry thoroughly for crispy skin. Do not crowd the pan when searing. Blend cottage cheese smoothly for a velvety sauce. Simmer gently on low heat to avoid curdling. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked to 165°F. Adjust sauce thickness by simmering longer or adding a splash of water/broth.

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