Low Carb BBQ Chicken Thighs
A delicious and convenient dish combining tender chicken thighs with zesty BBQ sauce and melted cheese, perfect for weeknights or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
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
- Heat the oil in a medium skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the sliced onions for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Prepare the chicken thighs, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Cover the skillet and reduce heat to medium-low, cooking for 2-3 minutes.
- Continue cooking the chicken until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (about 10 minutes).
- Shred the chicken in the skillet using two forks, then stir in the BBQ sauce.
- Melt the cheese on top and cover for 1-2 minutes.
Notes
Ensure not to overcrowd the pan for even cooking and use a meat thermometer to check the chicken’s doneness.
Find it online: https://www.chickenharvest.com/low-carb-bbq-chicken-thighs/