Braised Chicken and Leeks
Braised Chicken and Leeks in Cream Sauce with Steamed Greens
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no flour or starch is used to thicken the cream sauce. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender chicken pieces and softened leeks braised in a rich, savory cream sauce, served with steamed green vegetables instead of potatoes or rice.
Key ingredients
Chicken thighs/breast, leeks, heavy cream, chicken broth, butter, herbs (thyme, parsley), spinach, kale.
How to make it keto
Ensure no flour or starch is used to thicken the cream sauce. Confirm no high-carb vegetables are added. Serve with steamed green vegetables (e.g., spinach, broccoli) instead of potatoes or rice.
Watch out for
Flour/starch thickeners in sauce, hidden sugars in pre-made sauces, high-carb vegetables commonly added to stews.
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.