Low-Carb BBQ Chicken Skillet with Melted Cheese and Caramelized Onions — Easy, Flavor-Packed Weeknight Dinner
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 5 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- ⅓ cup BBQ sauce (lower carb or your favorite kind)
- ½ cup shredded cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Sauté the Onions: Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften.
- Cook the Chicken: Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Place them in the skillet with the onions. Cover and cook for 2-3 minutes on medium-low heat. Uncover and continue cooking until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (about 10 minutes).
- Shred the Chicken: Using two forks, shred the cooked chicken directly in the skillet. Stir in the BBQ sauce until everything is well coated.
- Add the Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheese on top of the chicken mixture. Cover the skillet again for 1-2 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and gooey.
- Serve warm and enjoy this easy, flavorful BBQ chicken dish!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes