Pollo en Crema
Chicken in Cream Sauce with Keto Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: verify no flour is used to thicken the cream sauce. About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Nicaraguan dishes.
What it is
Tender chicken pieces (often breast or thighs) bathed in a luscious, creamy white sauce, typically flavored with garlic and onions. This keto version ensures the sauce is flour-free and served with a generous portion of sautéed zucchini or asparagus.
Key ingredients
Chicken (breast or thigh), heavy cream, onions, garlic, chicken broth, olive oil/butter, salt, black pepper. Served with zucchini or asparagus.
How to make it keto
Verify no flour is used to thicken the cream sauce. Request low-carb vegetable sides instead of rice or pasta.
Watch out for
Flour used as a thickener in the sauce, served with rice or pasta, high-carb vegetables in the sauce.
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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