Kippenbouten met Spek en Keto Ciderjus
Chicken Thighs with Bacon and Keto Cider Gravy
Yes, with a tweak: insist on using dry white wine and apple cider vinegar for the sauce base, explicitly stating no sweet cider. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Belgian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Succulent braised chicken thighs, slow-cooked with crispy bacon, and finished with a rich, savory pan sauce that mimics traditional cider flavors using dry white wine and apple cider vinegar, avoiding the sugar of actual cider.
Key ingredients
Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on), thick-cut bacon, dry white wine, apple cider vinegar, chicken broth, onion, garlic, fresh thyme, butter, heavy cream, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, insist on using dry white wine and apple cider vinegar for the sauce base, explicitly stating no sweet cider. Confirm no flour or sugar is added to thicken the sauce. Opt for low-carb vegetable sides such as braised endives or steamed broccoli.
Watch out for
Traditional recipes often use sweet apple cider and may thicken the sauce with flour or cornstarch. Hidden sugars can be present in pre-made sauces. High-carb side dishes are standard.
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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