BBQ Chicken Thighs

BBQ Chicken Thighs are succulent, tender, and bursting with flavor, making them a perfect low-carb dinner option. This dish combines the smoky sweetness of barbecue sauce with juicy chicken thighs for a satisfying meal.

BBQ Chicken Thighs
40 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
American
450 kcal

Ingredients

  • Chicken thighs - 4 pieces (about 680 grams)
  • Olive oil - 2 tablespoons (30 ml)
  • Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon (5 g)
  • Onion powder - 1 teaspoon (5 g)
  • Paprika - 1 teaspoon (5 g)
  • Salt - 1 teaspoon (5 g)
  • Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon (2 g)
  • Low-carb barbecue sauce - 1/2 cup (120 ml)
  • Fresh parsley - for garnish (optional)

Steps

  1. Preheat your grill to medium heat (about 180°C or 350°F).
  2. In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
  3. Rub the marinade evenly over the chicken thighs, ensuring they are well-coated.
  4. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down on the grill and cook for 20 minutes.
  5. Flip the chicken thighs and brush them with low-carb barbecue sauce. Grill for an additional 10-15 minutes until they reach an internal temperature of 75°C (165°F).
  6. Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve hot.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Protein: 28 g
  • Carbs: 6 g
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 900 mg
  • Cholesterol: 140 mg
  • Total Fat: 35 g
  • Saturated Fat: 10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
  • Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
  • Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

Tags

AmericanLow CarbDinner