Crispy Chicken Kiev Delight
Crispy Chicken Kiev Delight is a mouthwatering dish featuring tender, boneless chicken breasts stuffed with a rich garlic herb butter, coated in crunchy panko breadcrumbs, and baked to golden perfection. This recipe combines flavor and ease, making it perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests. The enticing aroma of garlic butter will fill your kitchen as you prepare this crowd-pleaser that’s both visually appealing and deliciously satisfying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness.
- In a bowl, mix softened butter with minced garlic and parsley; season with salt and pepper.
- Spoon the garlic herb butter onto each chicken breast, fold, and secure with toothpicks.
- Set up a breading station: dip stuffed chicken in flour, then eggs, followed by panko breadcrumbs.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear each chicken breast for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using herb-infused butter or adding cheese to the stuffing. Ensure that butter is slightly cooled before stuffing to prevent leakage during cooking. Leftovers can be stored tightly wrapped in foil in the refrigerator for up to three days.