Pollo a la Diabla (Keto)
Deviled Chicken (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no sugar is added to the sauce. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Succulent chicken pieces (typically breast or thigh) cooked in a fiery, vibrant red sauce prepared from dried chiles (such as arbol or cascabel), tomatoes, and garlic. This spicy dish is served without traditional carb accompaniments.
Key ingredients
Chicken breast or thigh, dried arbol chiles (or cascabel), Roma tomatoes, white onions, garlic, chicken broth, cooking oil, salt, black pepper. Optional: a splash of heavy cream for richness.
How to make it keto
Ensure no sugar is added to the sauce. Request no rice, beans, or tortillas on the side. Verify no flour or cornstarch is used as a thickener.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in the chile sauce, potential use of flour or cornstarch as a thickener, traditional high-carb sides.
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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