Rosemary Chicken Thighs with Creamy Mushrooms and Spinach
🍳 Low Carb
Intermediate

Rosemary Chicken Thighs with Creamy Mushrooms and Spinach

A low-carb dish with golden chicken thighs, a creamy rosemary mushroom sauce, and sautéed spinach. It is comforting, flavorful, and elegant enough for a special weeknight dinner.

15 minPrep
30 minCook
45 minTotal
4Servings
KetoGluten-FreeLow CarbHigh ProteinDiabetic-Friendly

Important notice: This recipe is not medical advice. Consult your healthcare professional.

Ingredients

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4
  • 700 g boneless skinless chicken thighs (secados with papel of cocina)
  • 6 g salt (divided)
  • 2 g black pepper (freshly ground)
  • 3 g garlic powder
  • 6 g fresh rosemary (chopped finely, divided)
  • 30 ml olive oil (divided)
  • 28 g butter
  • 300 g cremini mushrooms (thinly sliced)
  • 12 g garlic (chopped)
  • 180 ml chicken broth
  • 180 ml heavy cream
  • 10 g Dijon mustard
  • 120 g fresh spinach
  • 15 ml lemon juice (freshly squeezed)

Nutrition facts

per serving

472 kcal
Calories
33 g
Protein
8 g
Carbs
34 g
Fat
2 g
Fiber
6 g
Net carbs

Approximate nutritional information. Estimated from the recipe’s ingredients and amounts, using standard reference nutrition values. It may vary with brands, sizes and cooking method. For guidance only; not a substitute for medical or dietary advice.

Allergens

DairyMustard

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 400°F / 200°C.

  2. 2

    Season the chicken thighs with 4 g (3/4 tsp) of the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and half of the chopped rosemary.

  3. 3

    Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 3 to 4 minutes per side until deeply golden.

  4. 4

    Transfer the skillet to the oven and cook the chicken for 10 to 12 minutes at 400°F / 200°C, or until fully cooked through. Remove the chicken to a plate and keep warm.

  5. 5

    Return the skillet to medium heat. Add the butter and the remaining olive oil. Add the mushrooms and cook for 5 to 6 minutes until browned and their moisture has released.

  6. 6

    Add the chopped garlic, the remaining rosemary, and the remaining salt. Cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly.

  7. 7

    Pour in the chicken broth and scrape the bottom of the skillet to release the browned bits. Let it simmer for 2 minutes.

  8. 8

    Add the heavy cream and Dijon mustard. Cook over medium-low heat for 3 to 4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

  9. 9

    Stir in the fresh spinach and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until wilted. Add the lemon juice and mix well.

  10. 10

    Return the chicken to the skillet and cook everything together for 1 more minute to blend the flavors. Serve hot with the sauce and vegetables spooned over the top.

Chef tips

For a thicker sauce, let it reduce 1 to 2 extra minutes before adding the spinach. If you want a deeper golden finish, turn on the broiler for 1 minute and watch closely.

Substitutions

You can replace cremini mushrooms with white mushrooms or portobello. Fresh rosemary can be swapped for 1 tsp dried rosemary. If you do not have spinach, use tender Swiss chard in a similar amount.

What I used to make it

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    Ninja Professional BL610 Blender

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    Cosori Pro LE 5 Qt Air Fryer

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    TempPro TP19H Digital Thermometer

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    • Checks doneness of meat and chicken
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