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Paprika Chicken Thighs
These easy-to-prepare Paprika Chicken Thighs are incredibly tender and juicy with a deep smoky flavor and a hint of heat.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 326 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 6 chicken thighs bone in and skin on
- 1 tablespoon brown allulose/monk fruit
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro chopped
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic salt
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Optional: lime juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Add the smoked paprika, brown sweetener, garlic salt, cayenne pepper and onion powder in a small mixing bowl and whisk to combine.
- Sprinkle the mixture on all sides of the chicken thighs.
- Heat an oven safe skillet to medium and add in the olive oil and butter.
- Place the chicken thighs in the hot skillet, skin side down. Sear the chicken for a few minutes and don’t flip them over until you have a good sear on the skin. Keep a close eye on it though, since the spice rub has sweetener in it, it can burn pretty quickly.
- Flip the chicken over and bake in the oven for 20 minutes or until they reach an internal temperature of at least 165°F when checked with a meat thermometer.
- Sprinkle the chopped fresh cilantro and a squeeze of (optional) fresh lime juice over the tops and serve with your favorite low carb side.
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Notes
- Cooking time will vary greatly depending on the size of your chicken thighs. It's best to always use a meat thermometer to ensure your chicken is completely cooked through.
Nutrition Information
Calories
326kcal
(16%)
Carbohydrates
1g
(0%)
Protein
29g
(58%)
Fat
22g
(34%)
Saturated Fat
6g
(30%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 326
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 326kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 29g | 58% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.