Pechuga de Pollo en Recado Colorado con Ejotes (Keto)
Keto Chicken Breast in Red Recado Sauce with Green Beans
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no flour or masa is used as a thickener in the recado. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Grilled or pan-seared chicken breast smothered in a vibrant, mild red recado sauce, made from roasted tomatoes, tomatillos, chiles, and spices, naturally thickened by the reduction of vegetables. Served alongside sautéed green beans.
Key ingredients
Chicken breast, tomatoes, tomatillos, mild red chiles (e.g., guaque, pasa), onion, garlic, cilantro, chicken broth, olive oil, green beans, salt, pepper, spices (achiote, cumin).
How to make it keto
Ensure no flour or masa is used as a thickener in the recado. Confirm no added sugars in the sauce. Served without rice or tortillas.
Watch out for
Flour/masa thickeners in the sauce, hidden sugars in tomato/chile pastes, starchy vegetables like potatoes.
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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