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Low Carb BBQ Chicken Thighs Recipe

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  • Author: Harper
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 5 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Carb

Description

This Low Carb BBQ Chicken Thighs recipe offers a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner. Tender boneless, skinless chicken thighs are cooked with sautéed onions and tossed in a lower-carb BBQ sauce before being topped with melted shredded cheese, delivering a satisfying, keto-friendly meal.

Ingredients

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Ingredients

  • 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

  1. Heat oil and cook onions: Heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced medium onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are softened and slightly translucent.
  2. Cook chicken thighs: Season the boneless, skinless chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Place them in the skillet with the cooked onions. Cover and cook on medium-low heat for 2-3 minutes to start cooking the chicken evenly. Uncover and continue cooking the chicken until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), approximately 10 minutes.
  3. Shred chicken and add BBQ sauce: Remove the skillet from heat, then use two forks to shred the chicken thighs directly in the skillet. Stir in ⅓ cup of lower carb BBQ sauce until the shredded chicken is well coated.
  4. Add cheese and melt: Sprinkle ½ cup of shredded cheese over the BBQ-coated chicken and onions. Cover the skillet and let it sit for 1-2 minutes until the cheese melts.

Notes

  • Use a food thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked safely to 165°F (74°C).
  • Choose a low-carb BBQ sauce to keep the recipe keto-friendly and reduce sugar content.
  • Feel free to use your favorite type of shredded cheese such as cheddar, mozzarella, or Monterey Jack.
  • This dish pairs well with low-carb sides like steamed vegetables or cauliflower rice.
  • Make sure to use skinless, boneless chicken thighs for quicker, even cooking.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Low Carb BBQ Chicken, keto chicken thighs, easy BBQ chicken, shredded BBQ chicken, stovetop chicken, low carb dinner

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