Keto Crispy Chicken Lemon Cabbage (Print Version)

Crispy chicken thighs with tangy lemon butter cabbage slaw

# Components:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - ½ teaspoon salt
06 - ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

→ Cabbage Slaw

07 - 4 cups shredded green cabbage
08 - 1 cup shredded red cabbage
09 - ½ cup sliced green onions
10 - ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley

→ Lemon Butter Dressing

11 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
12 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
13 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
14 - ½ teaspoon salt
15 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
16 - 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Rub them all over with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
03 - Place the chicken thighs skin side up on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 30 minutes until the skin is crispy and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
04 - In a large bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage, shredded red cabbage, sliced green onions, and chopped fresh parsley.
05 - In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and grated lemon zest.
06 - Pour the lemon butter dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss thoroughly to combine.
07 - Serve the crispy chicken thighs hot alongside the lemon butter cabbage slaw.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The high-heat roasting method ensures the skin is perfectly crispy without any breading.
  • A tangy lemon butter dressing elevates the fresh cabbage slaw to gourmet levels.
  • With only 7g of carbohydrates per serving, it fits perfectly into a keto lifestyle.
02 -
  • Always check the internal temperature of the chicken with a meat thermometer to ensure it reaches 165°F.
  • Double-check your Dijon mustard for hidden allergens or sugars if you are strictly keto.
  • Serve the chicken immediately while the skin is at its peak crispiness.
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