Keto BBQ Apricot Chicken

Satisfy your cravings with this irresistibly sweet and smoky Keto BBQ Apricot Chicken—a low-carb twist on a classic favorite. Tender, juicy boneless chicken thighs are perfectly seasoned with a blend of garlic, onion powder, and smoked paprika, then seared to golden perfection. The star of the show is the luscious sugar-free apricot BBQ sauce, combining the tangy richness of sugar-free apricot preserves and barbecue sauce with a splash of apple cider vinegar for a perfectly balanced glaze. This one-pan wonder is finished in the oven for effortless cooking and topped with fresh parsley for a vibrant touch. Ready in just 40 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or laid-back weekend dinners, all while staying keto-friendly and absolutely delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

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Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

1.5 pounds Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 teaspoon Salt
0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
1 teaspoon Garlic powder
1 teaspoon Onion powder
2 tablespoons Olive oil
0.5 cup Sugar-free apricot preserves
0.5 cup Sugar-free BBQ sauce
1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.

Step 3

Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season them evenly with the spice mixture.

Step 4

In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Add the chicken thighs to the skillet, skin-side down if not removed, and sear for 4-5 minutes until browned. Flip the thighs and cook for another 4 minutes.

Step 6

While the chicken is searing, mix the sugar-free apricot preserves, sugar-free BBQ sauce, apple cider vinegar, and smoked paprika in a small bowl until well combined.

Step 7

Pour the apricot BBQ sauce over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well-coated.

Step 8

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Step 9

Remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes.

Step 10

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(975.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1800.9

Total Fat 103.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 850.5mg	0%
Sodium 4146.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 31.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.4g	0%
Total Sugars 0.3g
Protein 178.0g	0%

Vitamin D 47.6IU	0%
Calcium 116.3mg	0%
Iron 7.2mg	0%
Potassium 1731.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.6%

Protein: 40.3%

Carbs: 7.1%