Keto Garlic Chive Cream Cheese Chicken Thighs

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  • prep time

    prep time

    14 min

  • cook time

    cook time

    45 min

  • ready time

    ready time

    59 min

Keto Garlic Chive Cream Cheese Chicken Thighs

14 ratings

These chicken thighs are so fragrant and make for a delicious meal prep lunch! When you cut into each thigh, you’ll get a burst of a creamy center holding fresh garlic and chives. A generous layer of parmesan on top gives each chicken thigh a slightly crispy coating to give you complementary textures to enjoy.

Jessica L.

  • Net Carbs

    1.7 g

  • Fiber

    0.1 g

  • Total Carbs

    1.8 g

  • Protein

    34.5 g

  • Fats

    16.5 g

301 cals

Keto Garlic Chive Cream Cheese Chicken Thighs

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Ingredients

  • Cream Cheese

    Cream Cheese

    3 ounce

  • Garlic

    Garlic

    1 teaspoon

  • Chives

    Chives

    1 tablespoon

  • Chicken Thigh, Skin Removed Before Cooking

    Chicken Thigh, Skin Removed Before Cooking

    1 pound

  • Salt

    Salt

    ½ teaspoon

  • Black Pepper, Ground

    Black Pepper, Ground

    ½ teaspoon

  • Olive Oil

    Olive Oil

    1 teaspoon

  • Parmesan Cheese

    Parmesan Cheese

    8 teaspoon, shredded

Recipe Steps

steps 5

59 min

  • Step 1

    Preheat an oven to 375 degrees and lightly spray and 9X13 glass baking dish. In a microwave safe bowl, heat the cream cheese for 15-20 seconds, until it’s warm and pliable. Stir in the garlic and chopped chives. Set this mixture aside to set slightly.
    Step 1
  • Step 2

    Prepare 4 chicken thighs by unraveling them and laying them open on a flat surface. Sprinkle a pinch of salt and pepper each over each chicken thigh.
    Step 2
  • Step 3

    Use a fork or spoon to smear a portion of cream cheese mixture over each chicken thigh, as pictured.
    Step 3
  • Step 4

    Gently bring the far ends of each chicken thigh together in the center, and flip each chicken thigh over so they rest on the seam you just created. Brush a ¼ teaspoon of olive oil over the bare tops of each chicken thigh. Then, roll the chicken thighs in shredded parmesan, so each thigh is covered in about 2 teaspoons of parmesan. You can lightly press the parmesan into the chicken if any does not stick. Place each chicken thigh in your prepared pan, with the closed seam on the bottom.
    Step 4
  • Step 5

    Bake the dish for 40-45 minutes - enough time for the parmesan to melt and give a golden brown top to the chicken. Enjoy!
    Step 5

Comments 10

  • StMichael

    StMichael 10 months ago

    Love this recipe. 5 stars

    • StupendousKale315165

      StupendousKale315165 3 years ago

      This was really good and super easy to make. This will please everyone, keto or not.

      • OutstandingKale750678

        OutstandingKale750678 4 years ago

        Delicious! The whole family loved it. Glad I doubled it. I added bacon to a few pieces and covered with provolone for a variation on half. The original was delish without the modifications.

        • Snelson1992

          Snelson1992 4 years ago

          Can you make these in a crock pot?

          • Herr1234

            Herr1234 4 years ago

            This dish is amazing!! I did eat two servings because I couldn’t stop lol!! Thank you for posting!!

            • CourtCarpenter

              CourtCarpenter 4 years ago

              These are definitely worth the time. Easy to adjust for more chicken thighs if you want leftovers. I’ve wrapped several in bacon and it turns out amazing! I try to cook the bacon in the oven for a short bit so it has a head start. So good

              • Anonymous

                Anonymous 5 years ago

                Unbelievably delicious

                • lizzyrb94

                  lizzyrb94 5 years ago

                  Delicious. Tasted similar to a chicken Kiev. Loved it will definitely be making again

                  • Anonymous

                    Anonymous 5 years ago

                    Have done this for years...pre-Keto...even better...wrap 2 slices of bacon around each of them...so yummy

                    • Debi

                      Debi 6 years ago

                      Easy to make and very good. I added fresh spinach to the cream cheese mix before spreading (I love spinach) and cooking. I plan on making this again due to its ease and being easy to reheat!