Hoender en Sampioen à la Crème met Gebraaide Sampioene
Chicken and Mushroom à la Crème with Sautéed Mushrooms
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no flour or cornstarch is used as a thickener in the cream sauce; request no rice, pasta, or bread; ensure no added sugar in the sauce. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for South African food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender pieces of chicken and sliced mushrooms simmered in a rich, creamy sauce made with heavy cream, chicken stock, and fresh herbs. Served with an additional side of plainly sautéed mushrooms to replace traditional carbohydrate accompaniments.
Key ingredients
Chicken breast/thigh, mushrooms, butter, olive oil, garlic, onion (minimal), heavy cream, chicken stock, fresh herbs (thyme, parsley), salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Confirm no flour or cornstarch is used as a thickener in the cream sauce; request no rice, pasta, or bread; ensure no added sugar in the sauce. Request extra sautéed mushrooms or other keto vegetables as a side.
Watch out for
Flour/cornstarch thickeners in the cream sauce, hidden sugars in pre-made stocks or sauces, onions (can add up in large quantities if not portion-controlled), default serving with rice/pasta/bread.
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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