Pollo con Salsa Keto Pipian Verde
Chicken in Keto Green Pipian Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice or beans. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Mexican food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender chicken pieces simmered in a rich and earthy green pipian sauce made from roasted tomatillos, various green chiles, cilantro, and pumpkin seeds. This keto version ensures no masa or bread is used for thickening and avoids added sugars.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces (thighs/legs), tomatillos, pumpkin seeds (pepitas), green chiles (poblano, serrano), cilantro, garlic, onion, chicken broth, cooking oil/lard, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Request no rice or beans. Confirm the sauce is made without masa, bread, or added sugars.
Watch out for
Masa or bread used as a thickener in the sauce, added sugars in the sauce, high-carb side dishes like rice or tortillas.
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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