Empadão de Frango com Cobertura de Queijo e Creme de Leite (Low-Carb)
Chicken Pot Pie with Cheese and Cream Topping (Low-Carb)
Yes, with a tweak: this dish is specifically modified for keto by replacing the traditional flour-based crust with a cheesy, creamy topping. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A classic Brazilian 'Empadão' reimagined for keto. A rich, creamy shredded chicken filling, seasoned with herbs and olives, topped with a generous layer of melted cheese and a luscious heavy cream sauce, replacing the traditional high-carb pastry crust.
Key ingredients
Shredded chicken breast, cream cheese, heavy cream, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, onion, garlic, green olives, tomato paste (small amount), chicken broth, salt, black pepper, herbs (parsley, oregano).
How to make it keto
This dish is specifically modified for keto by replacing the traditional flour-based crust with a cheesy, creamy topping. Confirm no starches or thickeners are used in the chicken filling.
Watch out for
Traditional 'Empadão' has a high-carb crust. The filling might contain small amounts of cornstarch as a thickener. Some 'Catupiry-style' cheeses can have added starches.
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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