Chicken in Red Wine Sauce with Mushrooms and Bacon
Rich Chicken and Mushroom Casserole
Yes, with a tweak: ensure the sauce is not thickened with flour (roux) or cornstarch. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for English food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender chicken pieces (often thighs and drumsticks) braised in a rich red wine sauce with earthy mushrooms and savory bacon lardons. A hearty and flavourful dish, commonly found in British gastropubs.
Key ingredients
Chicken thighs/drumsticks, red wine, chicken stock, button mushrooms, streaky bacon lardons, onions, garlic, thyme, bay leaf, olive oil, butter, salt, pepper, green beans.
How to make it keto
Ensure the sauce is not thickened with flour (roux) or cornstarch. Request no starchy sides like mashed potato, rice, or crusty bread. Ask for extra green vegetables.
Watch out for
Flour or cornstarch thickeners in sauce, sugar in cheap red wine reductions, starchy sides.
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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