Keto Jocón de Pollo (Pollo en Salsa Verde de Tomate con Semillas)
Keto Chicken in Green Tomatillo Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no masa or other starch thickeners. About 11g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A vibrant green chicken stew featuring tender chicken pieces simmered in a bright sauce of tomatillos, cilantro, and green chiles. The traditional masa thickener is omitted or replaced with a keto-friendly alternative (e.g., ground seeds/nuts) to maintain a low-carb profile.
Key ingredients
Chicken thighs, tomatillos, cilantro, green chiles (jalapeño/serrano), onion, garlic, chicken broth, olive oil, pepitas/almonds (for keto thickening), salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no masa or other starch thickeners. Confirm the sauce is thickened with keto-friendly ingredients like ground seeds/nuts or minimal xanthan gum. No rice or tortillas.
Watch out for
Traditional recipes heavily rely on masa as a thickener, hidden sugars in pre-made sauces, or inclusion of high-carb vegetables sometimes added.
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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