Bahamian Roasted Chicken with Chaya and Coconut Milk
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Bahamian dishes.
What it is
Succulent chicken pieces, marinated in Bahamian spices and slow-roasted until tender, served alongside a vibrant sauté of chaya (tree spinach) cooked in rich coconut milk with aromatics.
Key ingredients
Chicken (thighs/legs), chaya leaves, full-fat coconut milk, onion, garlic, Scotch bonnet (optional), fresh thyme, allspice, lime juice, olive oil, salt, pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no starchy thickeners are used in the coconut milk sauce. Confirm no sugary glazes on the chicken. Chaya should be cooked thoroughly.
Watch out for
Some restaurants might use a touch of sugar in the seasoning or coconut milk sauce. Chaya, while low carb, can accumulate carbs in very large portions. Ensure no starchy root vegetables are added to the chaya.
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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