Low-Carb Diabetic-Friendly Baked Chicken Thighs (No Added Sugar)
Oven‑baked chicken thighs for diabetics offer a flavorful, low‑carb dinner option that keeps blood sugar in check without sacrificing taste. These juicy, perfectly seasoned chicken thighs bake to golden perfection with no added sugar, making them an ideal high‑protein, diabetic‑friendly meal for weeknights or meal prep.
Diabetic-Friendly Baked Chicken Thighs
- mixing bowl
- baking sheet
- 2 lb bone-in or boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1½ tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano or thyme
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt (or to taste)
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Optional: fresh parsley for garnish
- Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C).
- Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, and seasonings.
- Rub seasoning mixture evenly over chicken.
- Arrange thighs on a parchment-lined baking sheet or in a baking dish.
- Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes, until internal temp reaches 165°F.
- Optional: Broil for 2–3 minutes for crispy edges.
