Pepián de Pollo (Estofado de Pollo con Calabaza y Güisquil)
Chicken Pepián Stew with Chayote and Zucchini
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no potatoes, carrots, or sweet potato are added to the stew. About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Guatemalan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A rich and savory Guatemalan chicken stew, featuring chicken pieces simmered in a thick, flavorful sauce made from roasted tomatoes, tomatillos, chiles, and ground seeds (like pepitas and sesame). Modified to exclude starchy vegetables and served without rice or tortillas.
Key ingredients
Chicken (thigh or breast), tomatoes, tomatillos, guajillo chiles, pasilla chiles, pepitas, sesame seeds, onion, garlic, chicken broth, cooking oil, chayote (güisquil), zucchini, cilantro.
How to make it keto
Ensure no potatoes, carrots, or sweet potato are added to the stew. Omit traditional sides like rice and tortillas. Confirm no masa (corn flour) is used as a thickener, or accept a slightly thinner sauce.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in the sauce, thickening agents like masa, starchy vegetables (potatoes, carrots) if not explicitly omitted.
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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