Zwiebel-Schmand-Hähnchen
Chicken with Onion-Sour Cream Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no flour is used to thicken the sauce and no sugar is added to the onions. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender chicken pieces, typically breast or thigh, cooked in a rich and tangy sauce made from caramelized onions and sour cream (Schmand). A hearty, flavorful, and lesser-known German comfort food.
Key ingredients
Chicken breast/thigh, onions, sour cream (Schmand), chicken broth, butter/oil, salt, pepper, paprika.
How to make it keto
Ensure no flour is used to thicken the sauce and no sugar is added to the onions. Confirm no high-carb side is served.
Watch out for
Flour thickeners in the sauce, added sugar for caramelizing onions, served with high-carb sides (e.g., noodles, rice).
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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