Chicken Kyiv (Unbreaded)
Unbreaded Chicken Kyiv with Herb Butter
Yes, with a tweak: absolutely critical to request no breading, flour, or any other coating on the chicken. About 1g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Ukrainian dishes.
What it is
A culinary classic featuring a tenderized chicken breast, meticulously filled with a generous pat of cold, seasoned herb butter (typically garlic and dill). For a keto version, the chicken is pan-fried or baked without its traditional breaded coating, ensuring a rich, juicy, and deeply flavorful experience with every bite.
Key ingredients
Chicken breast, unsalted butter, fresh dill, fresh garlic, salt, black pepper, cooking oil (e.g., clarified butter, avocado oil) for pan-frying/baking.
How to make it keto
Absolutely critical to request no breading, flour, or any other coating on the chicken. Ensure it's cooked without any high-carb additions.
Watch out for
The traditional preparation of Chicken Kyiv relies heavily on a breadcrumb coating. Hidden flours or starches in preparation should be avoided.
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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