Pollo ai Funghi
Chicken with Mushrooms
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender chicken pieces (often thighs or breast) sautéed with a generous mix of fresh mushrooms, garlic, and aromatic herbs in a rich, savory pan sauce, typically made with white wine, chicken broth, and finished with a swirl of butter or olive oil. Served as a hearty main course.
Key ingredients
Chicken thighs/breast, mixed mushrooms (e.g., cremini, shiitake), garlic, fresh parsley, olive oil, butter, dry white wine, chicken broth, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no flour or starch is used to thicken the sauce. Request extra butter or olive oil for increased fat content.
Say this to the waiter (Italian)
Per il Pollo ai Funghi, si assicuri che la salsa non sia addensata con farina o amido. Potrei avere burro o olio d'oliva extra?
For the Pollo ai Funghi, please ensure no flour or starch is used to thicken the sauce. Could I have extra butter or olive oil?
Watch out for
Hidden flour/starch thickeners in the sauce, excessive wine reduction (can concentrate residual sugars), some mushrooms can contribute a small amount of carbs in very large portions.
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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