09/02/2026
Lemon Chicken and Kale
8 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
Himalayan sea salt and pepper
1 tsp oregano
1 tsp paprika
3 tbsp butter or avocado oil
3 cloves garlic minced
1 cup broth of choice
2/3 cup full fat coconut milk, unsweetened
2 tbsp nutritional yeast optional, for flavor
Zest of 1 lemon grated
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice about 1 lemon
4 cups kale chopped (about 6 oz)
Himalayan sea salt and black pepper to taste
1/4 tsp thyme optional
1/4 tsp sage optional
Additional lemon zest and lemon wedges for garnish
1. Preheat oven to 425° F. Season the chicken all over with sea salt and pepper, paprika, oregano.
2. Heat a large oven-proof skillet over medium high heat and add the oil or butter. Add the chicken, skin-side down, and sear both sides until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side; set aside on a plate. Lower heat to medium low.
3. If you wish, drain excess fat but reserve at least 2-3 tbsp in the skillet. Add garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in the broth, coconut milk, nutritional yeast, lemon juice and zest.
4. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and cooking, stirring for 3-5 minutes. Add the kale and coat with sauce, stir just to wilt. Nestle the chicken back into the skillet over the kale.
5. Place the skillet in oven and roast until chicken is completely cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165 degrees F, about 18-20 minutes.
6. Garnish with lemon zest and wedges and serve right away. Enjoy!
*Reference your nutrition guide for serving sizes*