Description
Enjoy flavorful Low Carb BBQ Chicken Thighs in just 30 minutes! Perfect for a healthy meal—try it today!
Ingredients
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- 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 and add sliced onions. Cook for about 3–4 minutes until softened.
- Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper and add to the skillet with onions. Cover and cook on medium-low heat for about 10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Shred the cooked chicken directly in the skillet using two forks. Stir in the BBQ sauce until well 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: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (approximately 125g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 402mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for vibrant flavors. Shred chicken while it's still warm for better sauce absorption. Experiment with different lower-carb sauces like buffalo or teriyaki for variety.