Low Carb Grilled Chicken with Barbecue Sauce
Fire up your grill for this irresistible Low Carb Grilled Chicken with Barbecue Sauce—a recipe that’s big on flavor and low in carbs! Perfect for summer cookouts or a quick weeknight dinner, this dish features tender, juicy chicken breasts seasoned with a smoky blend of paprika, garlic, and onion powders, then grilled to perfection. The star of the show is the homemade sugar-free barbecue sauce, made with simple, keto-friendly ingredients like sugar-free ketchup, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of liquid smoke for that classic BBQ flavor. Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe is as easy as it is satisfying, and it’s ideal for those following low-carb or keto lifestyles. Serve it with a side of grilled veggies or a fresh salad for a wholesome, crowd-pleasing meal.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon ground paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 cup sugar-free ketchup
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon liquid smoke
- 2 tablespoons granulated erythritol
- 0.5 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.25 cup water
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Step 2
In a small bowl, mix olive oil, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Step 3
Brush the chicken breasts with the olive oil mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated on all sides.
Step 4
Place the chicken on the grill and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Step 5
While the chicken is grilling, prepare the barbecue sauce by combining the sugar-free ketchup, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, liquid smoke, granulated erythritol, chili powder, and water in a small saucepan.
Step 6
Bring the mixture to a simmer over low heat, stirring occasionally, and let it cook for about 10 minutes until it thickens slightly.
Step 7
Remove the barbecue sauce from the heat and let it cool slightly.
Step 8
Once the chicken is fully cooked, remove it from the grill and allow it to rest for 5 minutes.
Step 9
Serve the grilled chicken with a generous drizzle of the homemade low-carb barbecue sauce. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1110.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1522.8 |
| Total Fat 53.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 591.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5481.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 49.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 2.0g | |
| Protein 216.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 7.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 124.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2602.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories