Kotleta po-kyivsky (Unbreaded Chicken Kyiv)
Unbreaded Kyiv-Style Chicken with Herbs and Butter
Yes, with a tweak: ensure the chicken is prepared without breading. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A classic Ukrainian dish featuring chicken breast pounded flat, rolled around a generous amount of herb (dill, parsley) butter, and pan-fried or baked until golden and juicy, crucially prepared without any breading. Served with a side of steamed green vegetables like broccoli or asparagus.
Key ingredients
Chicken breast, unsalted butter, fresh dill, fresh parsley, garlic, salt, black pepper, cooking oil (e.g., avocado oil), broccoli/asparagus.
How to make it keto
Ensure the chicken is prepared without breading. Request no bread or other starchy sides.
Watch out for
Hidden flour or breadcrumbs in the herb butter mixture (less common but possible in restaurants), non-keto side dishes, sweetened sauces.
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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