Kotopoulo Lemonato
Lemon Chicken
Yes, with a tweak: request 'horis patates' (without potatoes) or 'horis ryzi' (without rice) if it is traditionally served with them. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender chicken pieces (often bone-in, skin-on) baked or pan-fried in a savory sauce bursting with the bright flavors of lemon, oregano, and garlic.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces, generous olive oil, fresh lemon juice, dried oregano, garlic, chicken broth, salt, pepper. (Potentially onion).
How to make it keto
CRITICAL: Request 'horis patates' (without potatoes) or 'horis ryzi' (without rice) if it is traditionally served with them. Confirm no flour or other starches are used to thicken the sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Greek)
Κοτόπουλο Λεμονάτο, παρακαλώ. Χωρίς πατάτες ή ρύζι. Η σάλτσα είναι χωρίς αλεύρι ή άμυλο;
Kotopoulo Lemonato, please. No potatoes or rice, and confirm the sauce has no flour or starch.
Watch out for
Potatoes or rice (common accompaniments), flour/starch used as a sauce thickener, natural sugars from lemon and garlic/onion, potential added sugar in broth if not homemade.
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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