Tiġieġa Mimlija (Keto Modified)
Stuffed Chicken (Keto Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure stuffing is free of breadcrumbs or rice. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A succulent chicken portion, typically a leg or breast, stuffed with a rich, keto-compliant mixture of minced pork, cheese, eggs, herbs, mushrooms, and spinach, then baked until golden and tender.
Key ingredients
Chicken (whole or specific parts), minced pork/sausage meat, parmesan/cheddar cheese, eggs, onion, garlic, mushrooms, spinach, parsley, olive oil, chicken broth.
How to make it keto
Ensure stuffing is free of breadcrumbs or rice. Confirm no high-carb vegetables like potatoes are served as a side or in the cooking liquid.
Say this to the waiter (Maltese)
Għat-Tiġieġa Mimlija, kun ċert li l-mili ma fihx frak tal-ħobż jew ross. Ikkonferma li ma jintuża ebda ħaxix b'ħafna karboidrati bħall-patata bħala kontorn jew fil-likwidu tat-tisjir.
For the Tiġieġa Mimlija, ensure stuffing has no breadcrumbs or rice. Confirm no high-carb vegetables like potatoes are served as a side or in the liquid.
Watch out for
Breadcrumbs/rice in stuffing, hidden sugars in any glazes, high-carb side vegetables.
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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