Description
This Chicken Kiev is crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and filled with a flavorful lemon-herb garlic butter that melts as you cut into it. A classic dish made easier with this simplified method, perfect for a special dinner or an indulgent meal.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Lemon-Herb Garlic Butter:
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 large Garlic clove, minced
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice, plus extra lemon wedges for serving
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (plus more for garnish)
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
For the Chicken Kiev:
- 3 large Chicken breasts (about 12 oz each)
- 2 Eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Panko bread crumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt (or to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper (or to taste)
- Olive oil or Canola oil, for frying
Instructions
Make the Flavored Butter:
- In a bowl, mash together butter, garlic, lemon juice, parsley, salt, and pepper with a fork until combined.
Prepare the Chicken:
- Slice each chicken breast in half lengthwise for even portions.
- Carefully cut a deep pocket in the side of each piece without slicing through.
- Stuff each pocket with 1 tablespoon of Kiev butter, pressing down to distribute. Pinch the opening to seal. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
Bread the Chicken:
- Set up three breading stations:
- Plate 1: Add flour.
- Bowl 2: Beat eggs.
- Bowl 3: Add panko bread crumbs.
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, shaking off excess.
- Dip in egg mixture, letting extra drip off.
- Coat with panko bread crumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
Fry the Chicken:
- Heat ¼ inch of oil in a deep skillet over medium heat until hot (350°F).
- Fry chicken in a single layer for 4 minutes per side, until golden brown. If browning too quickly, lower the heat.
- Check for doneness (165°F internal temperature). Repeat with remaining pieces.
Serve & Enjoy:
- Sprinkle with salt, garnish with fresh parsley, and squeeze lemon wedges over the top. Serve immediately and enjoy the buttery goodness inside!
Notes
- To prevent butter leakage, chill the stuffed chicken in the freezer for 10-15 minutes before breading.
- Pair with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a light salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg