Low-Carb BBQ Chicken Thighs
A quick, 30-minute meal featuring tender shredded chicken thighs in a smoky lower-carb BBQ sauce, topped with melted cheese. It’s a flavorful, high-protein, low-carb dinner perfect for a healthy lifestyle.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
- Total Time: 30 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Keto-Friendly, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free
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 oil in a medium skillet. Add onions and cook 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Salt and pepper thighs then place in skillet with onions. Cover and cook on medium/low 2-3 minutes.
- Uncover and cook until chicken internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C)—about 10 minutes.
- Using 2 forks, shred chicken in the skillet, then stir in BBQ sauce.
- Top with cheese, cover the skillet, and let sit for 1-2 minutes to melt cheese.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, omit cheese or use a dairy-free alternative.
- Check BBQ sauce labels to ensure it fits your specific dietary needs.
- Great for meal prep—stores in fridge for up to 4 days.
- Serve over cauliflower rice, in lettuce wraps, or on its own.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 247 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 285 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Protein: 21 g
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