Pechuga Rellena de Queso y Jamón (Sin Empanar)
Pan-Seared Chicken Breast Stuffed with Ham and Cheese (No Breading)
Yes, with a tweak: must request NO BREADING (sin empanar). About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Puerto Rican dishes.
What it is
Chicken breast pounded thin, stuffed with ham and cheese, then pan-seared or baked until golden and cooked through, specifically omitting the traditional breading.
Key ingredients
Chicken breast, ham (deli or diced, sugar-free), cheese (e.g., Swiss, mozzarella), garlic, herbs, olive oil, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
CRITICAL: Must request NO BREADING (sin empanar). Ask for it pan-seared or baked instead. Request no starchy sides (rice, beans, plantains). Ask for steamed non-starchy vegetables or a green salad.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
La Pechuga Rellena, sin empanar, por favor. ¿Puede ser a la plancha o al horno? Sin arroz, frijoles ni plátanos. ¿Podría ser con vegetales al vapor o ensalada verde?
The Pechuga Rellena de Queso y Jamón must be without breading, pan-seared or baked. No rice, beans, or plantains. Can I have steamed non-starchy vegetables or a green salad?
Watch out for
The primary risk is the breading. Some ham brands may contain sugar. Ensure no sugary sauces are added.
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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