Michelada

If you’re looking for a low-carb drink perfect for brunch, this Michelada is for you! It has only 55 calories and comes in under 5 net carbs, so this isn’t your average diet-buster cocktail. Only 4 ingredients are needed for this drink, so it comes together super easily in no time.

This drink is a type of “red beer,” a cocktail that combines beer with a tomato-based juice. These are popular because they contain a fairly low amount of alcohol but a high amount of vitamins and nutrients. For these same reasons, these Micheladas are seen as a hangover cure and might make you feel better after a long night.

Ingredients for a Michelada

Here’s a quick overview of the ingredients you’ll need. Keep scrolling down to the printable recipe card for exact measurements.

• Lime Juice – Unsweetened. Freshly squeezed is always nice, but bottled works fine as well.
• Hot Sauce – Tabasco or Cholula hot sauces complement the tomato juice perfectly, but other types can be used as well.
• Tomato Juice – Unsweetened, low sodium. The higher fiber content in tomato juice makes it a better option than V8 or clamato juice.
• Corona Premier – Any low-carb Mexican beer will work. The Corona Premier has only 2.6 net carbs, so it keeps the drink under 5 net carbs.

How to make a Michelada

This recipe is mixed right in the glass, so you don’t need a shaker or any fancy equipment. Here’s a quick step-by-step guide.

Rim glass

Cut a lime and use it to wet the rim of your pint glass. Press rim into a layer of salt and cracked pepper. Fill glass with ice.

Fill glass

Pour in the lime juice as well as the hot sauce. Add in the tomato juice, then fill glass to the top with beer. Give it a good stir and enjoy!

Serve

Micheladas make the perfect brunch beverage, so start the day with some spicy favorites like a Chorizo Breakfast Scramble or a Breakfast Burrito. For a fun weekend happy hour, try it with some Green Chile Taquitos! To enjoy with a light dinner, serve with some Salmon in Jalapeno Lime Butter or this Green Chili Stuffed Chicken.

If you like this brunch cocktail, you’ll love these keto drinks:

• Pickleback Cocktail – Pickle juice might be a weird ingredient to some, but it is PERFECT in the keto diet and in this drink!
• Keto Moscow Mule – This ginger spiced drink is super refreshing and can go with so many different types of cuisines.
• Spicy Watermelon Keto Margarita – A good sweet-spicy-sour cocktail for just about any occasion! This can be made more or less spicy based on your preferences, too.
• Vanilla Bourbon Iced Latte – Get your coffee buzz and your alcohol buzz at the same time with this tasty, creamy beverage. Perfect for brunches and holiday mornings, too!
• The Best Keto Cocktails

FAQ’s about Micheladas

Yield: 1 drink

Easy Michelada Brunch Cocktail

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This Easy Michelada Brunch Cocktail is the perfect low-carb drink for your next party! Just 5 net carbs in this delicious, low alcohol cocktail similar to a Bloody Mary.

Prep Time 5 minutes

Total Time 5 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 ounce lime juice
• 5-6 dashes hot sauce
• 2.5 ounces tomato juice
• 3+ ounces Corona Premier Beer (or other low-carb Mexican beer)

For the rim

• coarse salt and cracked pepper

Instructions

1. Wet the rim of a pint glass and lightly press it in cracked pepper and coarse salt. Fill with ice.
2. Add lime juice, hot sauce, and tomato juice to the glass. Fill to the top with beer.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

1

Serving Size:

1 10-ounce drink
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 55Total Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 106.7mgCarbohydrates: 5.6gNet Carbohydrates: 4.8gFiber: 0.8gSugar: 3gProtein: 1g

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Blackened Chicken and Brussels Sprouts Skillet

This Blackened Chicken and Brussels Sprouts Skillet is the perfect recipe for when you need to serve several people but you’re short on time! This keto recipe features well seasoned chicken and fresh brussels sprouts, tossed in a flavorful spicy, buttery sauce. I love this meal because it’s beautifully simple while still being bursting with flavor- and it’s naturally low carb! You can enjoy a generous serving of this recipe for under 7 net carbs.

My Blackened Chicken and Brussels Sprouts Skillet is a super simple, while still being an impressive, dinner recipe. This meal serves four people and is a protein and vegetable dish all in one. You also only need one pan for this meal and it’s ready in under 30 minutes- meaning it’s perfect for a weeknight dinner. You can really feel confident feeding this to your family! There’s a large serving of protein and fiber in this dish, so it will keep you and your family feeling full and satisfied.

Ingredients for Blackened Chicken:

As always, here is a quick overview of the ingredients used in our Blackened Chicken and Brussels Sprouts Skillet. Scroll to the bottom of the page for the complete recipe.

For the Blackened Chicken Seasoning: Brown sugar monkfruit (if you aren’t keto, you can use regular brown sugar), Paprika, chili powder, Italian seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, garlic salt, pepper

For the Chicken and Brussels Sprouts: Olive oil, chicken breasts, Brussels sprouts, Chicken broth, minced garlic, Brown sugar monkfruit, hot sauce, butter

How to cook Brussel Sprouts

Brussels sprouts are at their best when they’re tender on the inside and crispy on the outside. This recipe gives a perfect sear to the brussels sprouts! If you need a simple side dish, try these Perfect Roasted Brussels Sprouts! For an amazing appetizer, consider making these Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts instead (you will LOVE the dipping sauce!).

How to Store and Reheat this Blackened Chicken and Brussels Sprouts Skillet

To store this keto dinner, pop into a plastic or glass container with an airtight lid and store in the fridge. This meal will stay fresh for up to four days. To reheat, you can either warm in the microwave (cook in 30 second increments until hot enough) or on the stove top. If you’re warming on the stove top, I recommend warming with a little bit of chicken broth so your chicken and veggies don’t get too dry. You also may want to cover the pan. Warm over medium low heat until heated through.

What should I serve with this Blackened Chicken recipe?

One of the great things about this recipe is that it’s a vegetable and a protein all in one, so you don’t have to add sides to the table if you don’t want to. But so many great recipes could go with this dish! For starters, try this Keto Salad Bowl or a Simple Arugula Salad.

On the table, add Keto Cheddar Garlic Biscuits or Bacon Cheddar Chive Biscuits. For more fun bread recipes, check out this list of the Best Keto Bread Recipes. Many of the recipes on that list can be frozen, so meal prep can make your weeknights easier!

If you want some more vegetables on the table, try Air Fryer Green Beans or Air Fryer Frozen Broccoli. If you’ve got some picky eaters, these Keto Mozzarella Sticks or Whipped Feta Dip are always a hit with everyone! For dessert, try No Bake Cheesecake, a Cinnamon Roll Chaffle or Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls.

More easy keto dinner recipes

• Steak and Cheese Skillet
• Garlic Butter Chicken and Mushrooms
• Chicken Enchilada Skillet
• Crock Pot Chicken Tacos

Yield: 4

Blackened Chicken and Brussels Sprouts Skillet

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This Blackened Chicken and Brussels Sprouts Skillet is the perfect one pan dinner! This keto recipe is ready in under 30 minutes and is under 7 net carbs!

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Total Time 25 minutes

Ingredients

Blackened Chicken Seasoning

• 1 tablespoon brown sugar monkfruit (or brown sugar if not keto)
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon EACH chili powder and Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon EACH onion powder, garlic powder, garlic salt, pepper

Remaining Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite size pieces
• 1 pound Brussels sprouts, cut in half
• 1/3 cup chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar monkfruit (or brown sugar if not keto)
• 2 teaspoons hot sauce
• 2 tablespoons butter

Instructions

1. Combine the blackening spices in a small bowl and set aside. Toss the chicken in the spices, but reserve 1 teaspoon of the spice mixture for the Brussels Sprouts.
2. Heat a large skillet to medium heat, add 1 tablespoon olive oil and the seasoned chicken. Make sure the chicken is in one layer and allow it to cook without moving around for at least 3 minutes. Using a tong, flip the chicken and cook an additional 3-4 minutes until cooked through and golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
3. Add the remaining olive oil to the skillet and place the sliced brussels cut side down. Sprinkle with the remaining seasoning. Cook the sprouts 5-6 minutes stirring occasionally, until crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Remove the sprouts from the skillet.
4. Reduce the heat to low and add the chicken broth, scrape up all the brown bits at the bottom of the skillet. Stir in the garlic, monk fruit, and hot sauce. Allow the sauce to simmer until reduce by half. Add the butter and when melted, add the cooked chicken and sprouts to the skillet.
5. Toss the chicken and sprouts in the sauce and cook an additional 3-4 minutes until heated through.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

4

Serving Size:

1/4 of skillet (about 1 1/4 cup)
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 209Total Fat: 9.5gCholesterol: 98mgSodium: 516mgCarbohydrates: 12.9gNet Carbohydrates: 7.6gFiber: 5.3gSugar: 3.2gProtein: 30g

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