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Baked Chicken Kyiv with Herb Butter

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Baked Chicken Kyiv with Herb Butter

  1. Grilled & Baked Chicken Dishes

Prep: 20 min • Cook: 30 min. A lighter take on the classic, this Chicken Kyiv is baked instead of fried, offering a healthier yet equally delicious alternative. Chicken breasts are meticulously pounded thin, then generously filled with a fragrant mixture of garlic and herb butter. They are subsequently coated in crispy breadcrumbs, ensuring a delightful crunch with every bite, and baked until perfectly golden. The result is an incredibly tender chicken, featuring a rich, flavorful, and molten butter center that oozes out beautifully upon cutting.

Preparation time
20 min
Cooking time
30 min
Total time
50 min
Servings
4
Course
Main
Complexity
Medium
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Ingredients

Herb Butter

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter(softened)
  • 3 pcs garlic(minced)
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley(finely chopped)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Chicken

  • 4 pcs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 pcs eggs(beaten)
  • 1 1/2 cup breadcrumbs(panko recommended)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt(for chicken)
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper(for chicken)

Instructions

Prepare Herb Butter

  1. In a small bowl, combine softened butter, minced garlic, chopped fresh parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
  2. Spoon the herb butter onto a piece of plastic wrap or parchment paper. Roll it into a log shape, approximately 1 inch in diameter. Twist the ends to seal and freeze for at least 30 minutes, or until firm.

Prepare Chicken

  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap. Using a meat mallet or a heavy pan, pound the chicken breasts until they are about 1/4 inch thick. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
  3. Cut the chilled herb butter log into 4 equal pieces. Place one piece of butter in the center of each pounded chicken breast.
  4. Fold the sides of the chicken over the butter, then roll tightly to completely enclose the butter, ensuring no gaps. Pinch the ends together to seal.

Breading and Baking

  1. Set up a breading station: one shallow dish with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs.
  2. Dredge each chicken roll in flour, shaking off excess. Then dip it into the beaten egg, allowing any extra to drip off. Finally, thoroughly coat it in breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
  3. Place the breaded chicken rolls on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil.
  4. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 74°C (165°F) and the breading is golden brown and crispy.
  5. Let the Chicken Kyiv rest for a few minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute and prevent the butter from gushing out too quickly.

Nutrition

Servings
4
Serving size (imperial)
7.8 oz
NutrientPer servingPer 100 gTotal (4 servings)
Calories550 kcal250 kcal2,200 kcal
Protein40 g18.2 g160 g
Fat30 g13.6 g120 g
Carbs35 g15.9 g140 g

Tips

  • Ensure butter is well-chilled to prevent leakage during cooking. You can freeze it for longer.
  • To achieve extra crispy breading, lightly mist the breaded chicken with cooking spray before baking.
  • Serve immediately to enjoy the molten butter center. Pairs well with mashed potatoes or green beans.

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