About This Recipe
Juicy chicken thighs bathed in a silky Boursin garlic-herb cream sauce and served over caramelized roasted cabbage “steaks.” It’s cozy, rich, and comforting while staying low-carb and weeknight-easy.
Ingredients
- 1 small head green cabbage, sliced into 1-inch steaks
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1.5 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tsp kosher salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1/2 tsp garlic powder (for chicken)
- 2 tbsp butter, divided
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 5.2 oz Boursin garlic-herb cheese (one round)
- Optional: pinch red pepper flakes, lemon zest
- Fresh parsley or chives, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Slice cabbage into 1-inch steaks. Brush with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and roast on a sheet pan for 20–25 minutes, flipping once, until edges are browned and tender.
- Meanwhile, pat chicken thighs dry and season all over with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp pepper, and 1/2 tsp garlic powder.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high. Add 1 tbsp butter (plus a drizzle of oil if needed). Sear thighs 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through (165°F/74°C). Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
- Reduce heat to medium. Add remaining 1 tbsp butter to the skillet. Stir in minced garlic; cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and add the Boursin. Whisk until smooth and gently simmer 2–3 minutes to thicken. Taste and adjust salt/pepper; add a pinch of red pepper flakes if using.
- Return chicken (and any juices) to the pan; spoon sauce over and simmer 2 minutes.
- Serve chicken and creamy sauce over the roasted cabbage steaks. Finish with lemon zest and chopped parsley or chives.
Keto Focus
Cabbage “steaks” replace pasta or potatoes, and the high-fat Boursin cream sauce keeps carbs low and satiety high with no added sugars or starches.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
- Calories: 675
- Protein: 35g
- Fat: 53g
- Total Carbs: 15g
- Fiber: 5g
- Net Carbs: 10g
Tips & Variations
- Use bone-in thighs for extra flavor; add 2–3 minutes per side if thick.
- Swap Boursin with herbed goat cheese or garlic & herb cream cheese if needed.
- Stir in sautéed mushrooms or a handful of spinach for added texture and nutrients.
- Brighten the sauce with 1 tsp Dijon or a squeeze of lemon juice at the end.
- Pair with cauliflower mash or buttery green beans for a fuller low-carb plate.
- Meal prep: Refrigerate up to 4 days; reheat gently with a splash of broth or cream to loosen the sauce.