Keto Irish Chicken Kiev

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This Keto Irish Chicken Kiev is a delicious low-carb version of the classic dish, featuring juicy chicken breasts filled with a rich garlic herb butter. The chicken is coated with a crispy almond flour crust, making it perfectly keto-friendly while keeping all the traditional flavors intact. When cut open, the flavorful butter oozes out, creating a luxurious, satisfying meal.

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Ingredients for Keto Irish Chicken Kiev

Keto Irish Chicken Kiev

This Keto Irish Chicken Kiev is a delicious low-carb version of the classic dish, featuring juicy chicken breasts filled with a rich garlic herb butter.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Irish
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450kcal

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup almond flour
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 egg beaten
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or butter (for frying)
  • For the Garlic Herb Butter
  • 1/4 cup butter softened
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme chopped
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Make the garlic herb butter: In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, thyme, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well, then form the mixture into a small log. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or until firm.
  • Prepare the chicken: Using a sharp knife, carefully cut a pocket in each chicken breast, being careful not to slice all the way through. Once the garlic herb butter has firmed up, cut it into small pieces and stuff a portion of it into the pocket of each chicken breast. Secure with toothpicks if needed.
  • Coat the chicken: In a shallow dish, combine the almond flour, Parmesan cheese, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. In another shallow dish, whisk the beaten egg. Dip each stuffed chicken breast into the egg, then coat it in the almond flour mixture.
  • Cook the chicken: Heat the olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown.
  • Bake the chicken: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Transfer the seared chicken breasts to a baking dish and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  • Serve: Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving. When cut open, the garlic herb butter will melt out, creating a rich sauce. Pair with keto-friendly sides like cauliflower mash or sautéed greens.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 450kcal | Protein: 30g | Fat: 35g
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Health Benefits

  • Almond flour replaces the traditional breadcrumb coating, keeping this a low-carb take on a classically breaded dish.
  • The garlic herb butter stuffed inside bastes the chicken from the inside out, keeping it moist without a heavy sauce.

Pairs Well With

  • Keto Colcannon Salad
  • Irish Beef and Cabbage Slaw
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