Description
Chicken Kiev is a classic dish featuring tender chicken breasts stuffed with a zesty lemon-herb garlic butter, breaded, and fried until crispy. The result is a flavorful, juicy chicken with a satisfying, buttery filling that’s sure to impress at dinner.
Ingredients
For the Lemon-Herb Garlic Butter:
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6 Tbsp unsalted butter (room temperature)
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1 large garlic clove (minced)
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1 Tbsp lemon juice (plus extra lemon wedges for serving)
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2 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley (plus more to garnish)
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1/2 tsp salt (sea salt recommended)
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1/2 tsp black pepper (freshly ground)
For the Chicken Kiev:
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3 large chicken breasts (12 oz each)
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2 eggs (beaten)
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour
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2 cups Panko bread crumbs
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1/2 tsp salt and pepper (or to taste)
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Extra light olive oil or Canola oil (for sautéing)
Instructions
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Prepare the garlic butter:
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In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
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Roll the butter mixture into a log using plastic wrap, then refrigerate it until firm (about 30 minutes to 1 hour).
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Prepare the chicken:
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Place the chicken breasts between two pieces of plastic wrap or parchment paper and pound them to an even thickness (about 1/2 inch).
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Cut a pocket into the center of each chicken breast (being careful not to cut all the way through).
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Stuff the chicken:
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Take the chilled garlic butter and cut it into 3 equal portions. Stuff each chicken breast with one portion of the garlic butter, ensuring it’s well tucked inside. Secure the openings of the chicken breasts with toothpicks or kitchen twine.
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Coat the chicken:
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Cook the chicken:
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Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add enough oil to cover the bottom. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and sauté them for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. Ensure the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C).
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Serve:
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Garnish the chicken with additional chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
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Notes
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For a more intense garlic flavor, you can increase the number of garlic cloves.
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You can bake the chicken at 375°F (190°C) for about 25-30 minutes if you prefer not to sauté it.
- If you don’t have fresh parsley, you can use dried parsley, but fresh gives a better flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing, Baking
- Cuisine: Eastern European, Russian-inspired