Keto Bacon Ranch Chicken Thighs (Printable)

Juicy chicken thighs with crispy bacon and ranch seasoning, served alongside tender roasted green beans for a satisfying low-carb meal.

# What You Need:

→ Chicken & Marinade

01 - 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 tablespoons sugar-free ranch seasoning mix
04 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Bacon

08 - 6 slices bacon, chopped

→ Green Beans

09 - 12 ounces fresh green beans, trimmed
10 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
11 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
12 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
13 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

→ Garnish

14 - 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, sugar-free ranch seasoning mix, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until well blended.
03 - Add chicken thighs to the bowl and toss until completely coated with the seasoning mixture.
04 - Place chicken thighs skin-side up in a large ovenproof skillet or baking dish. Distribute chopped bacon evenly over and around the chicken.
05 - Bake uncovered for 25 minutes.
06 - While chicken is baking, toss green beans with olive oil, salt, and black pepper in a separate bowl.
07 - After 25 minutes, add seasoned green beans to the skillet, positioning them around the chicken. Return to oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and bacon is crispy.
08 - Remove from oven and drizzle fresh lemon juice over the green beans. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve immediately while hot.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • It's truly a one-pan wonder, minimizing cleanup while maximizing flavor
  • Perfect for keto and low-carb diets with only 6g of carbs per serving
  • The combination of crispy bacon and ranch seasoning creates incredible depth of flavor
  • Bone-in thighs stay juicy and tender through the baking process
  • Ready in just 45 minutes from start to finish
02 -
  • Pat the chicken thighs completely dry before seasoning for the crispiest skin
  • For extra creaminess, add 2 tablespoons of cream cheese to the pan when adding green beans
  • Cut the bacon into pieces before cooking for more evenly distributed bacon flavor
  • Don't crowd the chicken in the pan - leave space between pieces for even cooking
  • Save any leftover pan juices to drizzle over the plated dish
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