Pechuga de Pollo Rellena de Loroco y Queso (Keto)
Chicken Breast Stuffed with Loroco and Cheese (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no breading or flour is used for the chicken. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Nicaraguan dishes.
What it is
A tender chicken breast butterflied and stuffed with a fragrant mixture of loroco flower and melty cheese, often pan-seared or baked, served with a simple pan sauce or fresh keto-friendly vegetables.
Key ingredients
Chicken breast, loroco flowers (chopped), Monterey Jack or similar melty cheese, garlic, onion, butter, olive oil, salt, pepper. May be served with a light pan sauce (butter/wine/broth).
How to make it keto
Ensure no breading or flour is used for the chicken. Confirm sauce is sugar-free and flour/cornstarch-free. Request keto-friendly side vegetables if offered (e.g., steamed chayote, sautéed broccoli).
Watch out for
Breading on chicken, hidden sugars/thickeners in sauce, starchy side dishes.
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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