Gallina Deshuesada Rellena (Relleno Keto)
Boneless Stuffed Chicken (Keto Filling)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure the stuffing is keto-friendly, avoiding breadcrumbs, rice, or starchy root vegetables. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Venezuelan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A classic Venezuelan festive dish: a whole chicken, expertly deboned and then generously stuffed with a savory keto-friendly filling, typically involving ground meat, hard-boiled eggs, and low-carb vegetables, then roasted until golden.
Key ingredients
Whole chicken (boneless), ground beef/pork/chicken, hard-boiled eggs, bell peppers, onion (moderate), celery, garlic, olives, capers, olive oil, spices (cumin, paprika, oregano), chicken broth.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ensure the stuffing is keto-friendly, avoiding breadcrumbs, rice, or starchy root vegetables. Confirm no sugar in the seasoning or any glazes.
Watch out for
Traditional stuffing often contains breadcrumbs, rice, or root vegetables. Some recipes might use raisins or other dried fruits. Hidden sugars in sauces or glazes. Onions and other vegetables in stuffing can contribute carbs.
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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