Name: Scandalous Kiss Cam Keto Skillet – Foxborough Affair Chicken with Brined Zucchini Ribbons
Prep time: 35 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs); 3 tbsp olive oil; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1 medium zucchini, shaved into ribbons (use a vegetable peeler); 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced; 3 oz goat cheese, crumbled; 2 tbsp fresh basil leaves, torn; 1/2 tsp smoked paprika; 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional); 1/2 tsp black pepper; Kosher salt to taste; 2 cups baby arugula; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 1/2 cup chicken broth (no sugar added); 3 cups ice water (for brining); 2 tbsp kosher salt (for brining zucchini)

Scandalous Kiss Cam Keto Skillet – Foxborough Affair Chicken with Brined Zucchini Ribbons

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Inspired by Foxborough’s now-legendary “kiss cam” viral moment, this dinner balances boldness and subtlety, mirroring the public intrigue and private discomfort of the night. Moist, brined zucchini ribbons and seared chicken thighs bring juiciness, while a colorful medley of blistered cherry tomatoes and tangy goat cheese add drama to the plate. It’s a skillet dinner worthy of a stadium encore, with every element working together—and just enough spice to keep things interesting. Perfect for sharing secrets (or just a delicious meal) at your table.

Ingredients

Instructions

Prepare the zucchini: In a medium bowl, dissolve 2 tbsp kosher salt in 3 cups ice water. Add zucchini ribbons and let brine for 10 minutes. Drain and gently pat dry with paper towels. Set aside.
Season the chicken thighs with smoked paprika, black pepper, and a generous pinch of salt.
Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken thighs until golden brown on both sides and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to a plate and tent loosely with foil.
Add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil to the same skillet. Sauté red onion until softened, 2 minutes. Add cherry tomatoes, stirring until just blistered, about 3 minutes.
Deglaze pan with chicken broth, scraping up brown bits. Let simmer for 2 minutes to reduce slightly.
Add brined zucchini ribbons and toss gently to warm through, about 1 minute. Stir in lemon juice and half the basil.
Turn off heat. Nestle chicken thighs back into the skillet. Sprinkle crumbled goat cheese and remaining basil over everything.
Serve over a bed of baby arugula, spooning pan juices and vegetables over each portion. Optionally, top with crushed red pepper for a bit of intrigue.