Pechuga Gratinada con Ensalada
Cheesy Grilled Chicken Breast with Salad (Keto Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure cheese sauce is thickened with cream/cheese only, no flour or starch. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Colombian dishes.
What it is
Grilled chicken breast topped with a rich, creamy cheese sauce, served alongside a fresh green salad. The sauce is made without flour or starch for keto compliance.
Key ingredients
Chicken breast, heavy cream, assorted cheeses (e.g., mozzarella, parmesan), butter, garlic, salt, pepper. Salad: mixed greens (lettuce, spinach), minimal tomato, cucumber, bell pepper, olive oil, vinegar.
How to make it keto
Ensure cheese sauce is thickened with cream/cheese only, no flour or starch. Request salad dressing on the side (olive oil & vinegar). Omit any croutons or sweet dressings.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
La Pechuga Gratinada, que la salsa de queso sea solo con crema/queso, sin harina. La ensalada, aderezo de aceite y vinagre aparte. Sin crutones ni aderezo dulce.
Pechuga Gratinada, cheese sauce with cream/cheese only, no flour or starch. Salad dressing on the side (oil & vinegar). No croutons or sweet dressing.
Watch out for
Hidden starches or thickeners in the cheese sauce, sugary salad dressings, high-carb vegetables in salad (e.g., carrots, corn).
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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