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Diabetic 4th of July BBQ Menu: Sugar-Free Chicken & Low-Carb Sides

Sugar-Free Glazed Chicken Drumsticks with Healthy BBQ Sides

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs Chicken drumsticks Skin-on or skinless based on preference
  • 1/2 cup Sugar-free ketchup For the glaze
  • 2 tbsp Apple cider vinegar For the glaze
  • 2 tbsp Monk fruit sweetener Granulated, for the glaze
  • 1 tbsp Low-sodium soy sauce For the glaze
  • 1 lb Asparagus Trimmed
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil Divided for asparagus and salad
  • 1 lb Potatoes Peeled and cubed
  • 1/4 cup Unsweetened milk Any preferred type
  • 1 tbsp Butter Unsalted
  • 1 whole Cucumber Diced
  • 2 whole Tomatoes Diced
  • 1 tbsp Red chili slices For garnish
  • 2 tbsp Chopped chives For garnish

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven or grill to 400°F (200°C).
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the sugar-free ketchup, apple cider vinegar, monk fruit sweetener, and soy sauce to create the sweet and sour glaze.
  • Coat the chicken drumsticks with half of the glaze. Roast or grill for 35-40 minutes. Brush with the remaining glaze during the last 10 minutes of cooking until sticky and cooked through.
  • Toss the trimmed asparagus with 1 tbsp of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast alongside the chicken for the final 12-15 minutes.
  • Boil the cubed potatoes in a pot of salted water until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and mash with the milk and butter until smooth.
  • In a separate bowl, toss the diced cucumber and tomatoes with the remaining 1 tbsp of olive oil and a pinch of salt to make the salad.
  • Serve the glazed chicken garnished with red chili slices and chopped chives, accompanied by the mashed potatoes, roasted asparagus, and cucumber tomato salad.