Description
Low Carb BBQ Chicken Thighs offer a quick and delicious solution for busy weeknights while adhering to a low-carb diet. In just 30 minutes, you can savor juicy, tender chicken thighs drenched in flavorful BBQ sauce and topped with melted cheese. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, this versatile dish pairs wonderfully with sautéed peppers and onions, creating a satisfying meal everyone will love. Whether served over veggies, in tacos, or as lettuce wraps, these chicken thighs will keep your taste buds happy without the carbs. Enjoy a guilt-free feast that’s both nutritious and bursting with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion (thinly sliced)
- 5 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- ⅓ cup lower carb BBQ sauce
- ½ cup shredded cheese
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Sauté the sliced onion for about 3-4 minutes until translucent.
- Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet with the onions. Cover and cook on medium-low heat for approximately 10 minutes until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Shred the cooked chicken using two forks and mix in the lower carb BBQ sauce.
- Top with shredded cheese, cover briefly to let it melt, then serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (approximately 120g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 95mg