Jocón de Pollo (Keto-style)
Green Keto Chicken Stew (No Carb Thickeners or Sides)
Yes, with a tweak: insist on no corn masa or bread for thickening. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Guatemalan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A vibrant green chicken stew, originating from the Huehuetenango region, adapted for a keto diet. Chicken pieces are slowly cooked in a distinctively green sauce made from roasted tomatillos, cilantro, green chiles (like jalapeño or serrano), onions, and garlic. The keto modification involves omitting traditional masa or bread thickeners, allowing the puréed vegetables and chicken to provide the stew's body. Served without accompanying rice or tortillas.
Key ingredients
Chicken, tomatillos, cilantro, jalapeño or serrano chiles, onions, garlic
How to make it keto
Insist on no corn masa or bread for thickening. Verify no sugar is added to the sauce. Request no rice or tortillas on the side.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in restaurant sauces. Significant carb content from puréed tomatillos, onions, and bell peppers in the green sauce base. Traditional recipes usually include starchy thickeners and are served with high-carb 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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