Keto Kordziani (Chicken with Reduced Prunes)
Chicken with Spiced Walnut Sauce and Minimal Prunes
Yes, with a tweak: the quantity of prunes must be severely reduced (e.g., 1-2 per serving for flavor, removed before serving) or completely omitted. About 8g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Georgian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A rich and aromatic chicken dish, typically featuring tender chicken cooked in a complex sauce of walnuts, onions, garlic, and various Georgian spices (such as blue fenugreek and marigold). Traditionally includes prunes, which are severely reduced or omitted for a keto version, to maintain the flavor profile without excessive carbs.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces, walnuts, onions, garlic, Georgian spice blend (blue fenugreek, marigold, coriander), cooking oil, salt, pepper, very minimal prunes (or none).
How to make it keto
Crucially, the quantity of prunes must be severely reduced (e.g., 1-2 per serving for flavor, removed before serving) or completely omitted. Confirm no sugar is added to the sauce.
Watch out for
Prunes are high in sugar. Even a few can add carbs. Ensure they are omitted or used extremely sparingly. Walnuts contain some carbs, but primarily fat.
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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