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Low Carb BBQ Chicken Thighs Recipe

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This Low Carb BBQ Chicken Thighs recipe features tender, juicy boneless skinless chicken thighs cooked with caramelized onions, tossed in a lower carb BBQ sauce, and topped with melted cheese for a flavorful, satisfying low carbohydrate meal perfect for weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Sauce

  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 5 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • ⅓ cup lower carb BBQ sauce

Toppings

  • ½ cup shredded cheese

Instructions

  1. Heat the oil and cook onions: Warm the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced onions and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally until softened and translucent.
  2. Cook the chicken: Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Place them in the skillet with the cooked onions. Cover the skillet and cook on medium-low heat for 2-3 minutes. Then uncover and continue cooking the chicken until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (about 10 minutes), ensuring the thighs are fully cooked and tender.
  3. Shred the chicken and combine with BBQ sauce: Using two forks, shred the cooked chicken thighs in the skillet. Stir in the lower carb BBQ sauce thoroughly to coat the shredded chicken evenly.
  4. Add cheese and melt: Sprinkle the shredded cheese on top of the BBQ chicken. Cover the skillet again and cook for 1-2 minutes until the cheese melts completely.

Notes

  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked safely to 165°F.
  • Choose a lower carb BBQ sauce brand or make your own to keep carbs minimal.
  • Serve with steamed vegetables or a fresh salad to maintain low carb macros.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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