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Name: Keto American BBQ Chicken Thighs with Creamy Slaw
Prep time: 35 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1/2 tsp onion powder; 1/2 tsp kosher salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar; 1/4 cup mayonnaise; 2 cups shredded green cabbage; 1/2 cup shredded carrot; 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Keto American BBQ Chicken Thighs with Creamy Slaw

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This Keto American BBQ Chicken Thighs with Creamy Slaw recipe brings together juicy, well-seasoned chicken with a tangy, refreshing slaw — all while staying low-carb for keto lifestyles. The secret to restaurant-level flavor: salting the chicken early and searing for ultra-crisp skin before finishing in the oven. The slaw's creamy dressing is brightened with apple cider vinegar, cutting through the richness of the chicken. Perfect for a warm California evening, this meal is satisfying, vibrant, and easy to prepare in under 40 minutes.

Ingredients

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425°F. Pat chicken thighs dry and season generously with salt, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes to allow the salt to penetrate.
Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high. Sear chicken thighs, skin side down, until crisp and golden, about 5 minutes. Flip and cook 2 minutes more.
Transfer skillet to oven and roast chicken until cooked through (165°F internal temp), about 15-18 minutes.
Meanwhile, make the slaw: In a large bowl, whisk mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and a pinch of salt until smooth. Add cabbage, carrot, and parsley. Toss to coat. Taste and adjust seasoning with more vinegar or salt as needed to balance richness.
Let chicken rest 5 minutes after removing from oven. Serve thighs hot with a generous mound of creamy slaw.