A quick and satisfying low‑carb BBQ chicken bowl featuring juicy grilled chicken, fresh veggies, and a tangy sugar‑free BBQ sauce—perfect for a healthy weeknight meal.
Author:Beth
Prep Time:10 mins
Cook Time:15 mins
Total Time:25 mins
Yield:2 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Grilling
Cuisine:American
Diet:Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
½ cup sugar‑free BBQ sauce
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
4 cups mixed salad greens
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 small cucumber, sliced
¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
1 lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
Preheat grill or stovetop grill pan over medium‑high heat.
In a small bowl, mix BBQ sauce, olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Brush chicken breasts with half of the BBQ mixture.
Grill chicken for 5–7 minutes per side, brushing with remaining sauce, until cooked through (internal temperature 165 °F/74 °C).
While chicken rests 5 minutes, assemble bowls: divide salad greens, tomatoes, cucumber, and onion among two bowls.
Slice rested chicken and place atop the salad.
Sprinkle with cheddar cheese if using, garnish with cilantro/parsley, and serve with lime wedges.
Notes
For more flavor, marinate chicken for 30 minutes in the BBQ mixture before grilling.
Swap out veggies with bell peppers, avocado, or roasted cauliflower.
Make it dairy‑free by omitting cheese or using a vegan alternative.
Store cooked chicken separately in an airtight container for up to 3 days.