Description
Chicken Kiev is a crispy, golden-breaded chicken breast filled with a rich garlic herb butter center. This comforting dish is elegant enough for guests but easy enough to make at home with a little prep. Each bite delivers juicy chicken and a burst of savory, melted butter that turns a simple dinner into a memorable experience.
Ingredients
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
8 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
2 tablespoons fresh parsley (finely chopped)
1 tablespoon fresh dill (finely chopped)
2 garlic cloves (minced)
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon salt (divided)
1 teaspoon black pepper (divided)
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs (beaten)
1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
1/2 cup neutral oil (for frying)
Instructions
1. Mix softened butter with parsley, dill, garlic, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Shape into a log, wrap, and freeze for 30 minutes.
2. Butterfly each chicken breast and pound gently until 1/4 inch thick. Season both sides with remaining salt and pepper.
3. Slice the butter log into 4 portions. Place one in the center of each chicken breast. Fold sides and roll tightly to enclose the filling. Chill for 20 minutes.
4. Dredge each roll in flour, then dip in beaten egg, then coat with panko breadcrumbs. Press breadcrumbs firmly to adhere.
5. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Fry each chicken roll until golden brown, about 2–3 minutes per side.
6. Transfer to a 375°F (190°C) oven and bake for 15–20 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
7. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow butter to settle.
Notes
Let Chicken Kiev rest before slicing to retain the buttery filling inside. Can be prepped and frozen before frying for make-ahead convenience.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking, Frying
- Cuisine: Eastern European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: chicken kiev, stuffed chicken, garlic butter chicken