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Lemon Butter Chicken Banting

One bite of this Banting Lemon Butter Chicken with Creamy Spinach and you’ll swear you ordered from a fancy bistro.

Would you believe spinach and cream could taste this rich? Meet your new favorite, Banting Lemon Butter Chicken with Creamy Spinach.

Banting Lemon Butter Chicken with Creamy Spinach

If you love bold flavors and creamy comfort food, this Lemon Butter Chicken is calling your name. It’s rich, zesty, and made with real ingredients that fit right into your Banting lifestyle. Juicy chicken thighs, golden and crispy, are simmered in a lemony butter sauce with baby spinach and cream. It’s the kind of meal that feels fancy but is actually easy to throw together.

Why You’ll Love Lemon Butter Chicken Banting:

  • Low carb, high flavor: No grains, no sugar, just buttery, creamy goodness with a bright lemon kick.
  • One-pan wonder: Less cleanup, more time to enjoy dinner.
  • Rich in healthy fats: Keeps you full and satisfied without the carb crash.
  • Great for meal prep: Tastes even better the next day.
  • Family-friendly: Even non-Banting eaters will want seconds.

This recipe proves you don’t need carbs to make something amazing.

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Creamy, zesty, low-carb Banting Lemon Butter Chicken with Creamy Spinach that’s big on flavor

This Banting Lemon Butter Chicken with Creamy Spinach brings serious flavor with zero guilt. Got 30 minutes and a skillet?

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Lemon Butter Chicken Banting

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  • Author: EsmeSalon
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 68 servings depending on size 1x
  • Category: Dinner Recipes
  • Method: Easy

Description

Banting Lemon Butter Chicken with Creamy Spinach that feels indulgent but fits your goals
What’s your favorite creamy low-carb meal?


Ingredients

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  • 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1 Tbsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 3 Tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup double cream
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 2 cups baby spinach, chopped

Instructions

  1. Heat oven to 200°C / 390°F.
  2. Season chicken with paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Melt 2 Tbsp of butter in a large oven-safe pan over medium-high heat.
  4. Place chicken skin-side down and sear both sides until golden, about 2–3 minutes per side. Drain the extra fat and set chicken aside.
  5. Add the last tablespoon of butter to the pan.
  6. Toss in the garlic and cook for about a minute until it smells amazing.
  7. Pour in chicken broth, cream, Parmesan, lemon juice, and thyme. Stir it all together.
  8. Add chopped spinach and let it simmer until the spinach wilts and the sauce thickens a bit, about 3–5 minutes.
  9. Put the chicken back in the pan.
  10. Move the whole pan into the oven and bake for 25–30 minutes, until the chicken is fully cooked through (80°C inside).
  11. Serve hot with extra sauce spooned over the top.

This dish is creamy, tangy, and totally comforting, great for a low-carb dinner that feels fancy but is easy to pull off.


Notes

Prepared, Tried, and Tested by

  • Bianka: Have already tried on several occasions. It’s really tasty, and the whole family enjoys it
  • Fiona: Made it many times, and it’s divine, but use more lemon than they say and also some lemon zest for extra yumminess!
  • April: It has been a very very long time since I followed a recipe! I was so excited to try this one. It was delicious! Had it on rice. My boyfriend loved it too. Will be making this again.
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Looking for a dinner that feels indulgent but fits your low-carb lifestyle? This Banting Lemon Butter Chicken with Creamy Spinach is the kind of meal that checks every box: crispy skin, rich lemon butter sauce, and tender spinach, all in one pan. Fast, flavorful, and no extra fuss.

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Banting Lemon Butter Chicken with Creamy Spinach is a one-pan dinner that tastes like comfort

This Banting Lemon Butter Chicken with Creamy Spinach recipe delivers crispy chicken thighs in a rich lemon butter sauce with spinach and cream, all in one pan. It’s low carb, full of flavor, and ready fast. Ideal for anyone who wants a satisfying meal without the extra work.

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