Description
Low Carb BBQ Chicken Thighs are a delectable and guilt-free meal that combines tender chicken with zesty BBQ flavor, all while keeping carbs low. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this satisfying dish, perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. The chicken thighs soak in a lower-carb BBQ sauce and are topped with melted cheese, making them a hit with the whole family. Serve them over sautéed vegetables, in lettuce wraps, or alongside your favorite low-carb sides for a complete and delicious meal.
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
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onions and sauté until translucent (3-4 minutes).
- Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet with onions. Cover and cook on medium/low heat for about 10 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Shred the cooked chicken using two forks while still in the skillet. Stir in the BBQ sauce until fully combined.
- Top with shredded cheese and cover for an additional 1-2 minutes until melted.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 125mg