Paleo Barbecue Chicken
Indulge in the bold, smoky flavors of Paleo Barbecue Chicken — a healthy twist on a classic comfort food favorite! This recipe features tender, juicy chicken thighs perfectly seasoned with a blend of smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, and a hint of cayenne for subtle heat. The homemade barbecue sauce, crafted with tomato paste, honey, apple cider vinegar, and coconut aminos, is entirely refined sugar-free, making it ideal for paleo diets. Cooked to perfection in a skillet for a golden sear, then baked to lock in the flavors, this protein-packed dish is as easy to prepare as it is delicious. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Serve warm and savor every bite of this wholesome crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 6 tablespoons tomato paste
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 3 tablespoons coconut aminos
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a small mixing bowl, combine smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, sea salt, black pepper, ground cumin, and cayenne pepper.
Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then rub the spice mixture evenly over the chicken pieces.
Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet or cast iron pan over medium-high heat.
Place the chicken thighs skin-side down in the skillet and sear for 4-5 minutes until the skin is golden brown.
While the chicken is searing, prepare the barbecue sauce by whisking together tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, honey, coconut aminos, and water in a separate bowl.
Once the chicken skin is browned, flip the thighs and pour the barbecue sauce over the chicken, ensuring they are well coated.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve the Paleo Barbecue Chicken warm, garnished with fresh herbs if desired. Enjoy your healthy, protein-packed meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2511 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 128.6 g | 165% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.4 g | 167% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 846 mg | 282% | |
| Sodium | 3949 mg | 172% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 90.4 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.1 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 73.5 g | ||
| Protein | 240.8 g | 482% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 189 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 14.0 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 3444 mg | 73% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
