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Deconstructed Chicken Kiev

A drama-free way to get the flavor of Chicken Kiev without a ton of effort.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Calories: 518

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 small chicken breasts 1 to 1.5 pounds total
  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 1 tsp Kosher salt
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • black pepper to taste
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 6 tbsp avocado oil
For the Herb Butter
  • 1/4 cup fresh tarragon leaves
  • 1/4 cup fresh chives
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill
  • 1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley
  • 6 tbsp salted butter

Equipment

  • Enameled cast-iron skillet

Method
 

  1. Coarsely chop the fresh herbs and set aside.
  2. Heat the avocado oil in a large enameled cast-iron skillet over medium high heat.
  3. Using a meat tenderizer mallet, pound the chicken breasts to 1/4 to 1/2 inch thickness if necessary.
  4. On a large plate, mix together the almond flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Beat the eggs into a medium bowl. Put those next to your cooking surface.
  5. Dip a chicken breast into the beaten egg, then dredge in the almond flour mixture. Place it gently into the pan. Repeat with the remaining chicken breasts, and cook for 4-5 minutes, until the bottom of the chicken turns golden brown. Flip them carefully and cook for another 4-5 minutes.
  6. While the chicken is cooking, melt the butter over medium heat in a small saucepan. As soon as it's melted, add the herbs and simmer over low heat.
  7. When the chicken is finished, put each piece onto a plate, and drizzle with up to 2 tablespoons of the melted herb butter. Serve immediately.
  8. Macros per serving: 518 calories, 2 grams net carbs, 37 grams protein, 39 grams fat.