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Keto BBQ Chicken Bowls - Flavor-Packed, Low-Carb Comfort

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • Chicken: 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts), cut into bite-size pieces
  • Oil: 2 tablespoons avocado oil or olive oil
  • BBQ seasoning blend: 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Sugar-free BBQ sauce: 1/2 cup (store-bought keto-friendly or homemade)
  • Cauliflower rice base: 4 cups riced cauliflower (fresh or frozen)
  • Slaw: 3 cups shredded green or purple cabbage
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise (or avocado mayo)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Toppings (optional but recommended): 1 avocado, sliced or cubed
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • Fresh cilantro or parsley
  • Pickled jalapeños for heat
  • Lime wedges for finishing
  • Shredded cheddar or crumbled feta (optional)

Method
 

  1. Prep the chicken: Pat the chicken dry and toss with the oil. Mix the BBQ seasoning in a small bowl, then coat the chicken evenly.
  2. Cook the chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high. Sear the chicken in a single layer, 5–7 minutes, stirring a few times until browned and cooked through.
  3. Glaze with BBQ sauce: Reduce heat to medium-low. Stir in the sugar-free BBQ sauce and simmer 2–3 minutes until glossy and slightly thickened. Remove from heat.
  4. Make the slaw: In a bowl, whisk mayo, apple cider vinegar, Dijon, salt, and pepper. Toss with shredded cabbage until lightly coated. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  5. Cook the cauliflower rice: In a separate pan, sauté the riced cauliflower in a bit of oil and a pinch of salt over medium heat for 4–6 minutes until tender but not mushy. Optional: add a splash of lime juice and a sprinkle of garlic powder.
  6. Assemble the bowls: Divide cauliflower rice into bowls. Add a generous scoop of BBQ chicken, a handful of slaw, and your favorite toppings like avocado, green onion, and cilantro.
  7. Finish and serve: Squeeze lime over the top and add extra BBQ sauce if desired. Serve warm.