Pollo en Salsa Roja con Queso y Crema (Estilo Chilaquiles Keto)
Keto Deconstructed Chilaquiles (Chicken in Red Sauce with Cheese and Cream)
Yes, with a tweak: omit all traditional corn tortillas. About 10g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Shredded chicken simmered in a rich, savory red tomato-based sauce (without corn tortillas), topped generously with crumbled queso seco or cuajada and a dollop of thick Nicaraguan crema. Best served with a side of pork rinds for crunch, offering the flavors of chilaquiles in a keto form.
Key ingredients
Shredded chicken, tomatoes, white onion, garlic, bell pepper, chicken broth, vegetable oil, salt, pepper, cumin, oregano, queso seco/cuajada, crema (sour cream).
How to make it keto
Crucially, omit all traditional corn tortillas. Ensure the red sauce has no added sugar. Ask for extra cheese and crema. Request pork rinds instead of chips/tortillas for texture.
Watch out for
Sugary tomato sauces, traditional corn tortillas which are the defining carb element of the original dish.
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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