Description
A rustic, one-skillet keto chicken recipe with golden seared thighs, caramelized onions, and sautéed cabbage—seasoned with earthy German herbs and finished with apple cider vinegar. Hearty, low-carb, and full of comforting flavor.
Ingredients
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6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
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2 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
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1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
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4 cups green cabbage, shredded
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tsp mustard powder (or 1 tbsp whole grain mustard)
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1/2 tsp dried thyme (or 1 tsp fresh thyme)
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1/2 tsp caraway seeds
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2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
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Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
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Prepare the chicken: Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season generously on both sides with salt, pepper, and mustard powder. Let rest at room temperature for 10–15 minutes.
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Sear the chicken: Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken, skin-side down, and sear for 5–7 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook 4–5 minutes more. Remove and set aside.
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Cook the onions: Lower the heat to medium. Add remaining oil and sliced onions. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 10–12 minutes until caramelized and golden.
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Add cabbage and aromatics: Stir in garlic, shredded cabbage, thyme, and caraway seeds. Season with salt and pepper. Cook 5–6 minutes until cabbage softens.
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Deglaze and simmer: Pour in the apple cider vinegar, scraping up any browned bits. Return chicken to the skillet, skin-side up. Cover and simmer on low for 10–12 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
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Serve: Remove from heat. Garnish with fresh parsley. Serve over cauliflower mash, greens, or enjoy on its own!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Cuisine: German
Keywords: keto chicken recipe, German chicken skillet, low-carb cabbage chicken, keto one-skillet dinner, herb chicken thighs