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Crispy Chicken Kiev Delight Recipe

Crispy Chicken Kiev Delight Recipe
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Crispy Chicken Kiev Delight is a classic dish featuring tender chicken breasts stuffed with flavorful garlic herb butter, breaded with crunchy panko, pan-fried to golden perfection, and baked to juicy tenderness. This recipe balances rich buttery filling with fresh parsley and a hint of lemon, resulting in an irresistible crowd-pleasing entree perfect for family dinners or special occasions.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken Kiev

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Juice of 1 lemon

Breading Station

  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, seasoned with salt and pepper
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs

Cooking

  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. Prepare Chicken: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and gently pound them to about 1/2 inch thickness to ensure even cooking and easy rolling.
  2. Make Garlic Herb Butter: In a bowl, combine the softened butter with minced garlic, finely chopped parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until well blended to create a flavorful garlic herb butter.
  3. Stuff Chicken: Spoon a generous dollop of the garlic herb butter onto one side of each flattened chicken breast. Fold the edges over the butter and carefully roll the chicken tightly to encase the filling completely, sealing any gaps to prevent leakage during cooking.
  4. Bread the Chicken: Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes containing seasoned flour, beaten eggs, and panko breadcrumbs respectively. First, dredge each rolled chicken breast in the flour, shaking off excess. Then dip into the beaten eggs, ensuring full coverage. Finally, coat thoroughly with panko breadcrumbs for a crunchy crust.
  5. Pan-Fry: Heat enough vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry each breaded chicken roll for about 4 minutes per side or until all sides are golden brown and crispy. This step helps lock in moisture and gives a delightful texture.
  6. Bake to Finish: Transfer the browned chicken rolls to a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C), ensuring safe and juicy completion.
  7. Serve: Remove from oven and drizzle freshly squeezed lemon juice over the chicken for a bright, tangy finish. Let rest briefly before serving.

Notes

  • Make sure to seal the chicken rolls tightly to prevent the butter from leaking out during cooking.
  • Pounding the chicken to an even thickness ensures they cook uniformly and are easy to roll.
  • If you prefer, you can freeze the garlic herb butter portions beforehand for easier stuffing.
  • Use a meat thermometer to confirm the chicken’s internal temperature for food safety.
  • For extra crispiness, double coat the chicken by repeating the egg and breadcrumb steps.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days and reheated gently to maintain moisture.

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Keywords: Chicken Kiev, Garlic Butter Chicken, Crispy Chicken, Stuffed Chicken Breast, Panko Breadcrumbs, Comfort Food

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