Delicious Low Carb BBQ Chicken Thighs Recipe You'll Crave

This Delicious Low Carb BBQ Chicken Thighs Recipe combines juicy chicken thighs with a tangy, sugar-free barbecue sauce for an irresistible meal.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 40

Total Time 50

Servings: 4 thighs

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

4 pieces Bone-in Chicken Thighs Choose skin-on for best results.
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper

For the Barbecue Sauce

1 cup Sugar-Free Ketchup Ensure it's free of added sugars.
1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar White vinegar can be a substitute.
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be used for stronger flavor.
1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust based on spice tolerance.
1 tablespoon Olive Oil Avocado oil can be used instead.

Equipment

Oven
baking dish
mixing bowl

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray or olive oil.
Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper and place in the baking dish.
In a mixing bowl, combine ketchup, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper with olive oil. Whisk until combined.
Pour half the sauce over the chicken and coat evenly.
Bake in the oven for 35 to 40 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Brush with remaining sauce in the last five minutes of baking.
Serve the chicken thighs drizzled with additional sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 350mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, marinate chicken in BBQ sauce for at least 30 minutes before cooking. Serve fresh for optimal taste and texture.

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