Pechuga de Pollo Rellena de Espinacas y Queso (Keto)
Chicken Breast Stuffed with Spinach and Cheese (Keto, with Green Salad)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no breading or starchy binders are used in the stuffing. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Mexican dishes.
What it is
A succulent chicken breast generously stuffed with a savory mixture of sautéed spinach and a creamy, meltable cheese (e.g., Oaxaca or mozzarella). Baked or pan-seared to perfection and served with a simple green salad.
Key ingredients
Chicken breast, fresh spinach, cheese (e.g., Oaxaca, mozzarella, or cream cheese), garlic, onion, olive oil, salt, black pepper, mixed greens, vinaigrette (oil, vinegar, mustard, salt, pepper).
How to make it keto
Ensure no breading or starchy binders are used in the stuffing. Request a simple green salad with a keto-friendly dressing (oil and vinegar based). Omit any carb-heavy sides.
Watch out for
Some cheeses can contain minimal carbs; confirm. Hidden sugars in pre-made salad dressings. Verify no flour is used as a thickener in the stuffing.
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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