Pollo a la Portuguesa (Keto)
Portuguese-Style Chicken (Keto Version)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no potatoes, rice, or other starchy vegetables are cooked with the dish or served as a side. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Argentinian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Chicken pieces slow-cooked in a rustic, flavorful sauce featuring tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, and often olives. Modified to remove traditional carb accompaniments.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces (thighs, drumsticks), crushed tomatoes (unsweetened), bell peppers, onion (minimal), garlic, olives, olive oil, white wine, herbs (oregano, bay leaf).
How to make it keto
Crucially, ensure no potatoes, rice, or other starchy vegetables are cooked with the dish or served as a side. Confirm no added sugar in the tomato sauce.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in tomato sauce or paste, default inclusion of potatoes or rice in the stew, flour/starch used as thickeners.
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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