Easy Keto Barbecue Chicken Thighs
Easy Keto Barbecue Chicken Thighs deliver juicy, grill-marked meat lacquered with a shiny, tangy-sweet low-carb barbecue glaze. The thighs stay succulent over moderate heat while layers of sauce build a satisfying charred caramelization. Ideal for weeknight dinners or casual cookouts when you want bold flavor without the carbs.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves3
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Easy Keto Barbecue Chicken Thighs, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 26 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 89 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 4
- Heart Health
- 10
- Metabolic
- 13
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 53
- Performance
- 34
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat an outdoor grill to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and lightly oil the grate.
- 2
Season both sides of the chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Place the inner side of each chicken thigh on the preheated grill and brush the top of each with 1 tablespoon barbecue sauce. Grill without moving for 3 minutes, watching for flare-ups, and move the chicken to a different part of the grill if they occur.
- 3
Turn the chicken pieces and brush each side with another 1 tablespoon barbecue sauce. Continue grilling, turning the pieces three more times, until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), about 6 minutes per side. Serve with additional sauce.
- Calories 420.43 kcal High 21%
- Protein 42.5 g Good Source 85%
- Carbohydrate 21.97 g 8%
- Total Fat 19.11 g High 25%
- Saturated Fat 6.19 g High 31%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 200.87 mg High 67%
- Sodium 711.37 mg High 31%
- Dietary Fiber 0.65 g Low Source 2%
- Total Sugars 17.43 g --
- Added Sugars 17.46 g High 35%
- Calcium 12.46 mg Low Source 1%
- Iron 2.5 mg Moderate 14%
- Potassium 136.18 mg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin A 58.76 mcg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin C 2.84 mg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
No known allergens listed for this recipe. Always double-check ingredients for your needs.
About This Recipe
Easy Keto Barbecue Chicken Thighs is made with 3 ingredients and serves 3. It takes about 25 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Barbecue Sauce, Boneless Chicken Thigh, and Salt & Pepper. Each serving provides about 420.43 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Easy Keto Barbecue Chicken Thighs made of?
- The main ingredients are Barbecue Sauce, Boneless Chicken Thigh, Salt & Pepper. The full list of 3 is above.
- How long does it take to make Easy Keto Barbecue Chicken Thighs?
- About 25 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 420.43 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Easy Keto Barbecue Chicken Thighs easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 3 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Easy Keto Barbecue Chicken Thighs healthy?
- Easy Keto Barbecue Chicken Thighs has an easyChef Pro health score of 34/100. Per serving, it provides 420.43 calories and 42.5 g of protein, or 85% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 711.37 mg (31% of the Daily Value), saturated fat at 6.19 g (31% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 17.46 g (35% of the Daily Value). Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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