Chicken Kiev Recipe
This classic Chicken Kiev features juicy chicken breasts filled with rich garlic herb butter, breaded and fried until crispy and golden. A timeless favorite that's full of flavor!
Equipment
- Meat Mallet
- Mixing bowls
- Skillet
- Baking sheet
- Plastic Wrap
Ingredients
For the Garlic Herb Butter
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter softened
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh dill chopped
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
For the Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs beaten
- 1 1/2 cups breadcrumbs preferably Panko
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine softened butter, garlic, parsley, dill, salt, and pepper. Mix well and shape into a small log. Freeze for 15-20 minutes.
- Place chicken breasts between plastic wrap and pound until about 1/4 inch thick.
- Place a piece of frozen garlic butter in the center of each chicken breast. Fold in the sides and roll up tightly. Secure with toothpicks if necessary.
- Coat each rolled chicken breast in flour, dip in beaten eggs, and coat with breadcrumbs.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry chicken until golden on all sides (about 2-3 minutes per side).
- Transfer chicken to a baking sheet and bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 15-18 minutes, until fully cooked (internal temperature 165°F).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy with a side of mashed potatoes or a fresh salad!
Notes
For extra crispiness, double coat the chicken by repeating the egg and breadcrumb steps. Make sure the butter log is fully frozen to avoid leaks during cooking!