These keto bacon chicken thighs in garlic cream sauce are the ultimate comfort food for low-carb living—crispy bacon, juicy chicken, and a velvety sauce made with garlic, cream, and herbs. It’s fast enough for a weeknight but fancy enough to serve guests. Looking for more keto mains? Try our tender Keto Pork Chops or the cheesy Chicken Alfredo Spaghetti Squash for another rich and satisfying dinner. Want to know how fats fit into keto? This Healthline keto guide explains why dishes like this are perfectly on track.
Servings: 4 | Prep Time: 10 min | Cook Time: 25 min | Total Time: 35 min
Ingredients:
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs 🍗
- 4 slices bacon, chopped 🥓
- 2 tbsp butter 🧈
- 4 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese 🧀
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional, for depth)
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
1️⃣ Crisp the Bacon:
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook bacon until crispy.
- Remove and set aside, leaving the bacon grease in the pan.
2️⃣ Sear the Chicken:
- Season chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
- In the same pan, melt butter over medium-high heat.
- Sear chicken, skin-side down, for 5-6 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Flip and cook another 5 minutes.
- Remove and set aside.
3️⃣ Make the Garlic Cream Sauce:
- Lower heat to medium and add garlic, sautéing for 30 seconds.
- Pour in chicken broth, scraping up browned bits from the pan.
- Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan, and Dijon mustard.
- Simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
4️⃣ Finish Cooking:
- Return chicken and bacon to the skillet, spoon sauce over, and simmer for 5-7 minutes until the chicken is cooked through (165°F internal temp).
5️⃣ Serve & Enjoy!
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Serving Ideas:
✅ Pair with roasted Brussels sprouts or garlic butter asparagus.
✅ Serve over cauliflower mash or zucchini noodles.
✅ Add a side of cheesy keto biscuits for a comforting meal.
Would you like a keto dessert idea to follow this up? 😊
