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    Home » Low Carb

    Low Carb Oven BBQ Chicken

    Published: Nov 29, 2020 • Modified: Feb 12, 2023 by Charlotte• This post may contain affiliate links •Leave a Comment

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    bbq chicken leg and thigh on foil pan

    Our secret ingredient gives delicious bbq flavor right from your oven! This low carb chicken recipe is the perfect comfort food for the whole family. Diabetes friendly too!

    bbq chicken leg and thigh on foil

    This post originally published April 2014, now updated with new photos, step by step instructions and expert tips.

    Make a batch of bbq chicken using your oven! This recipe gives you an authentic flavor even if you don't own a grill. Be sure to choose a low sugar bbq sauce to help keep the carb count lower.

    Looking for more bbq or picnic recipes? Check out Low Carb BBQ Chicken Bowl, Low Carb Broccoli Salad and Picnic Tomato Caprese Cups.

    Why this recipe works:

    • Uses any chicken pieces you like- even chicken halves or quarters
    • Choose your favorite low carb bbq sauce to keep recipe diabetes friendly
    • Use our "secret ingredient", rotisserie seasoning, to add a burst of flavor

    oven bbq chicken in pan

    The Main Ingredients

    • Chicken- use your favorite pieces or chicken halves/quarters. You may also use Cornish hen halves if desired.
    • Rotisserie Seasoning-
    • Low carb bbq sauce- choose your favorite.

    How to make this recipe:

    Step 1- Place chicken in foil lined pan and add seasonings.

    Step 2- Bake chicken then drain pan.

    Step 3- Brush with bbq sauce, then return to oven. Baste several times with bbq sauce while cooking.

    raw chicken on pan
    Step 1
    baked chicken on pan
    Step 2
    oven bbq chicken on pan
    Step 3

    Expert Tips:

    • Line pan with foil for easy clean up.
    • Dry chicken skin well to help form crispy crust. (May use skinless chicken if desired.)
    • Liberally sprinkle chicken with rotisserie seasoning prior to baking for delicious flavor.

    Hope you enjoy this Low Carb Oven BBQ Chicken Recipe! Be sure to check out these other low carb favorites:

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    Recipe

    bbq chicken leg and thigh on foil

    Low Carb Oven BBQ Chicken

    Our secret ingredient gives delicious bbq flavor right from your oven! This low carb chicken recipe is the perfect comfort food for the whole family. Diabetes friendly too!
    4.86 from 7 votes
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    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Diabetic, Low Calorie
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 1 hour
    Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
    Servings: 2
    Calories: 267kcal
    Author: Easyhealth Living

    Ingredients

    • 2 Organic Chicken Halves or 4 thighs/legs
    • Rotisserie Chicken Seasoning
    • 4 oz . BBQ Sauce (preferably low sugar)
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    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
    • Place chicken in a foil lined baking pan.
    • Sprinkle chicken with rotisserie chicken seasoning.
    • Roast chicken for 30 minutes.
    • Remove chicken from oven and drain pan if needed. Brush with BBQ sauce.
    • Return chicken to oven and roast for 30 minutes. Baste with bbq sauce after 15 minutes.
    • Remove chicken from oven and allow to set 5-10 minutes before serving.

    Notes

    Expert Tips
    • Line pan with foil for easy clean up.
    • Dry chicken skin well to help form crispy crust. (May use skinless chicken if desired.)
    • Liberally sprinkle chicken with rotisserie seasoning prior to baking for delicious flavor.
     
    Nutrition Facts
    Low Carb Oven BBQ Chicken
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
     
    267
    Calories from Fat 171
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    19
    g
    29
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    5
    g
    25
    %
    Cholesterol
     
    111
    mg
    37
    %
    Sodium
     
    487
    mg
    20
    %
    Potassium
     
    232
    mg
    7
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    4
    g
    1
    %
    Protein
     
    18
    g
    36
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    88
    IU
    2
    %
    Calcium
     
    9
    mg
    1
    %
    Iron
     
    1
    mg
    6
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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