Pechuga de Pollo a la Plancha con Nopales y Rajas
Grilled Chicken Breast with Nopales and Roasted Poblano Peppers
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Mexican dishes.
What it is
A succulent grilled chicken breast, seasoned with salt, pepper, and lime, served alongside tender grilled nopales (cactus paddles) and strips of roasted poblano peppers (rajas), often sautéed with onion and a touch of olive oil. This dish is naturally low in carbs and high in protein.
Key ingredients
Chicken breast, nopales (cactus paddles), poblano peppers, onion, garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, lime.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sugary marinades are used for the chicken. Confirm nopales and rajas are not prepared with corn, potatoes, or high-carb sauces. Ask for extra olive oil if desired.
Watch out for
Sugary marinades, hidden corn or potatoes in side preparations, sauces with added sugar.
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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