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Keto + Low Carb Maple Dijon Chicken Thighs

These keto and low carb Maple Dijon Chicken Thighs make for a satisfying dinner that the whole family will love! They are sweet, a little tangy, and oh-so-moist.

keto chicken thighs garnished with a rosemary sprig on a plate with arugula salad

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You’ll definitely add these keto and low carb Maple Dijon Chicken Thighs to your weekly dinner rotation! They are incredibly easy to make, moist, and bursting with flavor. Ready in only 45 minutes, they are perfect when paired with a healthy low-carb vegetable side.

This delicious keto dinner is one of our popular keto chicken thigh recipes.


Ingredients Needed for these Maple Dijon Keto Chicken Thighs

These chicken thighs require at least one, preferably two, inexpensive “specialty” items. The first one (Lakanto Maple-Flavored Syrup) will add the maple syrup flavor to the dish with minimal carbs. The second (xanthan gum) will do an amazing job of thickening the sauce. It’s not required, but if you don’t use it, the sauce will be more watery. (I’m personally a huuge xanthan gum fan for its thickening powers!)

Lakanto Maple-Flavored Syrup: Stock up on a bottle (or five) of this… it is heavenly!

Anthony’s Xanthan Gum: A keto kitchen staple perfect for thickening sauces, soups, and drinks. One bag will last a long time, so it’s worth the (small) investment.

Other ingredients:

  • Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • Dijon mustard
  • Balsamic vinegar
  • Olive oil
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Fresh rosemary

How to Make Maple Dijon Chicken Thighs

Step #1: Preheat oven to 425 F.

Step #2: Whisk together ingredients in a small bowl. If you’re using xanthan gum (highly recommended), sprinkle evenly over top before whisking (do not add in a clump). (Note: Adjust dijon mustard based on your preferences. In my opinion, 4 tbsp dijon gives this recipe the perfect sweet-tangy mix. However, if you aren’t a big mustard fan, try using only 3 tbsp for a sweeter chicken without the hint of mustard.)

keto chicken thighs in a glass pan next to a bowl of maple dijon sauce

Step #3: Add chicken thighs to a 7″x11″ glass baking dish. Pour mixture on top of chicken and turn chicken to coat it evenly.

maple dijon chicken thighs fully coated with marinade in glass dish

Step #4: Place baking dish in oven on the middle rack. Roast 35 minutes or until internal temp of chicken thighs reaches 165 F. Chicken should be nicely browned on top.

Step #5: Remove chicken from oven and cover pan with aluminum foil. Allow chicken to rest for 10 mins covered, then season with fresh rosemary and additional salt and pepper to taste.

maple dijon keto chicken thighs fully cooked in a glass baking dish with rosemary on top

Step #6: Serve with some of the pan sauce spooned over top. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts for Maple Dijon Keto Chicken Thighs

  • 177 calories
  • 7g fat
  • 22g protein
  • 1.6g net carbs

keto chicken thighs in a pan with two sprigs of fresh rosemary

What to Serve with Keto Chicken Thighs

Also, since these chicken thighs are relatively low in fat (only 7g per serving), they are excellent paired with a vegetable side with butter or olive oil. I served them with keto side dishes like an arugula salad (arugula, olive oil, salt, and pepper) in these photos, but they’re also super tasty with cauliflower rice cooked with butter and your seasonings of choice! These chicken thighs would also be great paired with a Keto Cornbread Muffin topped with Maple Pecan Butter.

 

keto chicken thighs in front of a pile of seasoned arugula

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keto chicken thighs in front of a pile of seasoned arugula

Keto + Low Carb Maple Dijon Chicken Thighs

These keto and low carb Maple Dijon Chicken Thighs make for a satisfying dinner that the whole family will love! They are sweet, a little tangy, and oh-so-moist.
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Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American, Western
Keyword: keto chicken recipe, low carb chicken thighs
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 177kcal

Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup Lakanto maple-flavored syrup
  • 3 or 4 tbsp Dijon mustard (see notes)
  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp xanthan gum (optional, but will thicken sauce)
  • 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • fresh rosemary
  • additional salt and pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425 F.
  • Whisk together all listed ingredients before chicken thighs in a small bowl. If you're using xanthan gum (highly recommended), sprinkle evenly over top before whisking (do not add in a clump).
  • Add chicken thighs to a 7"x11" glass baking dish. Pour mixture on top of chicken and turn chicken to coat it evenly.
  • Place baking dish in oven on the middle rack. Roast 35 minutes or until internal temp of chicken thighs reaches 165 F. Chicken should be nicely browned on top.
  • Remove chicken from oven and cover pan with aluminum foil. Allow chicken to rest for 10 mins covered, then season with fresh rosemary and additional salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve with some of the pan sauce spooned over top.

Notes

Adjust dijon mustard based on your preferences. In my opinion, 4 tbsp dijon gives this recipe the perfect sweet-tangy mix. However, if you aren't a big mustard fan, try using only 3 tbsp for a sweeter chicken without the hint of mustard.
Try this Italian and mozzarella based low carb recipe for chicken thighs, or any one of these delicious keto chicken thigh recipes.
Nutrition Facts
Keto + Low Carb Maple Dijon Chicken Thighs
Amount Per Serving
Calories 177 Calories from Fat 63
% Daily Value*
Fat 7g11%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Cholesterol 107mg36%
Sodium 610mg27%
Potassium 297mg8%
Carbohydrates 4.3g1%
Fiber 2.7g11%
Sugar 0g0%
Protein 22g44%
Vitamin A 25IU1%
Vitamin C 0.2mg0%
Calcium 16mg2%
Iron 1.1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Nutrition Disclaimer



Nutrition facts are included as a courtesy only. They are accurate to the best of our knowledge based on the ingredients and brands used, but their accuracy is not guaranteed. If applicable, sugar alcohols have already been removed from the total carb count.

 

Recipe inspired by a few non-keto versions like this one and this one.

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  • 5 stars
    My husband and I really enjoyed these maple dijon chicken thighs. The flavor was great! My husband wanted me to let you know he is grateful that you made a healthy dish taste so good. I have added this to my list of keto dinners I can make for the two of us.

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