Chicken Kiev
- darrengurrycooks
- Jan 14
- 1 min read
Chicken Kiev is the epitome of comfort food, combining tender chicken with a rich, buttery filling that oozes with flavour. This dish is not only satisfying but also brings a sense of nostalgia, often reminding us of home-cooked meals and family gatherings. The crispy exterior and the savoury, herb-infused butter create a delightful contrast that warms the soul.
Serving Suggestions
Plate the Chicken Kiev alongside a fresh green salad for a light and refreshing contrast.
Serve with mashed potatoes or rice to soak up the delicious melted butter.
Add a side of steamed vegetables, such as broccoli or carrots, to complement the dish.
For a touch of elegance, drizzle with a lemon butter sauce or garnish with additional fresh herbs.
Why Chicken Kiev is Comfort Food
Rich Flavors: The combination of herbs and garlic in the butter creates a luxurious taste that is both indulgent and satisfying.
Crispy Texture: The golden-brown crust adds a delightful crunch that contrasts beautifully with the tender chicken.
Warmth and Nostalgia: Often associated with home-cooked meals, Chicken Kiev evokes memories of family dinners and cozy evenings.
Customizable: You can easily adjust the herb mixture or add spices to suit your taste, making it a versatile comfort food. Why not try my Chicken Skin Butter filling instead?
Enjoy this Chicken Kiev recipe as a comforting meal that brings warmth and joy to your dining table!
1
Pre heat baking sheet
Pre heat the baking sheet so the kiev gets a nice crispy base
Notes
1
Pre heat oven to 180 °C, popping baking tray into oven.
Butcher the chicken breasts from the chicken and remove skin.
Cut mini fillets from chicken breasts and then lightly score the underside of breast creating a pocket (try to make this the size of the mini fillet) Lightly bash the mini fillet.
Alternatively, if using ready butchered chicken breasts (and mini fillets have been removed). Starting from the fat side of the breast, use a sharp knife to make a pocket in the breast, taking care not to go all the way through.
Fill the pocket with the chicken skin butter or garlic butter alternative. Top the pocket with the flattened mini fillet, tucking the edges inside.
Season flour with salt and pepper before coating each breast in flour.
Mix the eggs and milk and dip each breast, covering completely.
Cover with breadcrumbs.
Repeat the egg wash and breadcrumbs to help stem any leaks.
Put the chicken breasts onto the pre-heated baking tray and cook for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through.
2
Alternative Garlic Butter
Blend all the ingredients until smooth consistency
Pop into fridge until ready to use
Instructions
1 whole chicken (or 2 chicken breasts)
3/4 cup breadcrumbs
chicken skin butter
3/4 cup plain flour
3 eggs
1 tbsp milk
neutral oil (for spraying)
salt
pepper
Chicken Kiev
3/4 softened butter
bunch parsley
4 cloves garlic
Garlic Butter alternative
Chicken Kiev
Darren Gurry
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Simple chicken kiev with a little twist
Servings :
2 Servings
Calories:
Prep Time
20 min
Cooking Time
25 min
Rest Time
5 min
Total Time
50 min
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