Keto Avgolemono Chicken (Stewed Chicken in Lemon-Egg Sauce)
Stewed Chicken in Creamy Lemon-Egg Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no flour or starch is used to thicken the avgolemono sauce. About 5g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender pieces of chicken, typically succulent dark meat, stewed slowly until falling off the bone in a luscious and tangy avgolemono (egg-lemon) sauce. This keto version focuses solely on the rich chicken and sauce, omitting traditional starchy accompaniments like rice or potatoes.
Key ingredients
Chicken thighs/legs, chicken broth, eggs, lemon juice, olive oil, onion (small amount), salt, pepper, dried oregano.
How to make it keto
Ensure no flour or starch is used to thicken the avgolemono sauce. Explicitly request no potatoes or rice as part of the dish or served on the side. Can request extra steamed keto-friendly greens on the side.
Say this to the waiter (Greek)
Για το Κέτο Αυγολέμονο Κοτόπουλο, παρακαλώ όχι αλεύρι ή άμυλο στη σάλτσα. Χωρίς πατάτες ή ρύζι. Μπορώ να έχω επιπλέον βραστά χόρτα;
For the Keto Avgolemono Chicken, ensure no flour or starch in the sauce. No potatoes or rice. Can I have extra steamed greens on the side?
Watch out for
Flour used as a thickener in the sauce; high-carb sides like potatoes or rice if not clearly specified; significant amounts of onion.
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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