Best Chicken Kiev Recipes

CHICKEN KIEV

Steps:

• Combine 1/3 cup butter, 1/2 teaspoon pepper and 1 teaspoon garlic powder. On a 6x6 inch piece of aluminum foil, spread mixture to about 2x3 inches. Place this mixture in the coldest section of your freezer and freeze until firm. This can be done ahead of time.
• Remove all fat from the chicken breast. If using whole chicken breasts, cut them in half. Place each chicken breast half between 2 pieces of waxed paper and using a mallet, pound carefully to about 1/4 inch thickness or less.
• When butter mixture is firm, remove from freezer and cut into 6 equal pieces. Place one piece of butter on each chicken breast. Fold in edges of chicken and then roll to encase the butter completely. Secure the chicken roll with small skewers or toothpicks.
• In a mixing bowl, beat eggs with water until fluffy. In a separate bowl, mix together 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, dill weed and flour. Coat the chicken well with the seasoned flour. Dip the floured chicken in the egg mixture and then roll in the bread crumbs. Place coated chicken on a shallow tray and chill in refrigerator for 30 minutes.
• In a medium size deep frying pan, heat vegetable oil to medium-high. Fry chicken for about 5 minutes then turn over and fry for 5 minutes longer or until the chicken is golden brown. To test for doneness, cut into one of the rolled chicken breasts to make sure it doesn't have a pink interior. Serve immediately, garnished with a sliced lemon twist and a sprinkling or parsley.

CHEF JOHN'S CHICKEN KIEV

Steps:

• Grind garlic and a pinch of salt together in a mortar and pestle until garlic is completely smashed. Add parsley and mix until completely incorporated. Pound butter into garlic mixture with pestle until parsley and garlic are fully incorporated into the butter. Wrap the butter mixture in plastic wrap and refrigerate until cold, at least 15 minutes.
• Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Place 1/4 the butter mixture in the center of wider end of each chicken breast. Fold the narrower end of each chicken breast up over the butter to form a tight pocket around the butter. Gather the sides of each chicken breast to the center to form a round ball. The top of the chicken will be smooth and the bottom will be gathered. Tightly wrap each chicken breast ball in plastic wrap, put wrapped breasts on a plate, and chill in the freezer until the gathered bottoms hold together and are slightly firm, about 30 minutes.
• Whisk flour and 2 teaspoons salt together in a shallow bowl. Whisk eggs together in another shallow bowl. Pour panko bread crumbs into another bowl.
• Remove chicken breast balls from plastic wrap. Gently press each chicken breast ball into flour mixture to coat and shake off any excess flour. Dip into beaten eggs, then press into bread crumbs. Place breaded chicken onto a plate, cover with plastic wrap, and return to the freezer to chill until firm, about 15 minutes.
• Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
• Working in batches, cook chicken, gathered-side down, in hot oil and until lightly golden on both sides, about 1 minute per side. Transfer to prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle salt and cayenne pepper over the top.
• Bake in the preheated oven until you can hear the butter start to sizzle on the baking sheet, 15 to 17 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

CHICKEN KIEV

Steps:

• Combine butter, parsley, tarragon, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper in the bowl of a stand mixer. Place mixture on plastic wrap or waxed paper and roll into small log; place in freezer.
• Place chicken breasts, 1 at a time, between 2 pieces of plastic wrap. Squirt chicken lightly with water and squirt the top of the plastic wrap as well. Pound to no less than 1/8-inch thickness. Season each piece of chicken with salt and pepper.
• Lay 1 chicken breast on a new piece of plastic wrap and place 1/4 of the compound butter and 1 tablespoon bread crumbs in the center of each breast. Using the plastic wrap to assist, fold in ends of breast and roll breast into a log, completely enclosing the butter; roll very tightly. Repeat with each breast. Place chicken in refrigerator for 2 hours, or up to overnight.
• Place egg and water mixture in 1 pie pan and 2 cups bread crumbs in a different pie pan.
• Heat 1/2-inch of vegetable oil in a 12-inch saute pan over medium-high heat until oil reaches 375 degrees F.
• Dip each breast in the egg mixture and then roll in the bread crumbs. Gently place each breast in oil, sealed-side down, and cook until golden brown, approximately 4 to 5 minutes on each side, until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F. Remove to a cooling rack set in sheet pan and allow to drain for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

CHICKEN KIEV

Steps:

• Combine the butter, onion, parsley, garlic powder, tarragon and pepper. Shape mixture into six pencil-thin strips about 2 in. long; place on waxed paper. Freeze until firm, about 30 minutes. Flatten each chicken breast to 1/4 in. Place one butter strip in the center of each chicken breast. Fold long sides over butter; fold ends up and secure with a toothpick. In a bowl, beat egg and milk; place coating mix in another bowl. Dip chicken, then roll in coating mix. Place chicken, seam side down, in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 425° or until the chicken is no longer pink and the juices run clear. Remove toothpicks before serving. Microwave Directions (timing based on a 1100-watt oven): Place chicken in a greased glass pie plate. Microwave on high for 2-1/2 minutes. Turn plate; microwave for 1-2 minutes or until juices run clear. Let stand 5 minutes.

FINES HERBS CHICKEN KIEV

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Combine panko, olive oil, and 1/4 teaspoon salt on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake, stirring twice, until deep golden-brown, about 5 minutes. Let cool completely, then crush a few handfuls for finer crumbs.
• Meanwhile, using the flat-side of a knife, smash the garlic against a cutting board. Sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt and continue to crush with the knife to smear the mixture together to form a smooth paste. Scrape into a small bowl; stir in butter and herbs. Transfer butter mixture to the center of a sheet of plastic wrap. Fold plastic wrap over butter mixture and shape into a log. Pull the plastic wrap taut and twist ends to seal. Refrigerate until firm, about 45 minutes.
• Using a sharp paring knife, carve a pocket in each chicken breast by inserting the tip into the side of the breast and cutting an opening lengthwise, leaving about 1 inch uncut on each side and being careful to not cut all the way through. Cut the butter into thin slices. Place 1/4 of the butter inside each pocket. Seal the pocket by pressing together the opening.
• Pat dry chicken; season with salt and pepper. Dredge in flour, tapping off excess. Dip in beaten egg; coat with panko mixture, patting to adhere. Arrange cutlets in a single layer on a separate rimmed baking sheet. Bake until cooked through, 15 to 18 minutes.

DELICIOUS BAKED CHICKEN KIEV

Steps:

• In a small bowl, stir together the butter, 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1 tablespoon of parsley. Spread the butter mixture 1/2 inch thick onto a piece of aluminum foil, and place in the freezer to harden.
• Place the cereal in a large plastic resealable bag, and crush with a rolling pin. Add the remaining parsley, 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder, paprika and salt, seal the bag, and shake to mix.
• Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
• Remove the slab of butter mixture from the freezer, and slice into 6 strips. Place one strip onto the center of each pounded chicken breast, roll up and secure with toothpicks. Dip rolled chicken breasts into buttermilk, then into the cereal mixture. Place coated breasts into the prepared baking dish.
• Bake, uncovered, for 30 to 40 minutes until chicken is no longer pink, and the juices run clear. The outside should be crispy and golden.

BAKED CHICKEN KIEV

Steps:

• In a small bowl, combine softened butter, chives, parsley and garlic powder.
• On a sheet of plastic wrap or wax paper, shape into a 3-inch by 2-inch rectangle; wrap well and freeze about 30 minutes or until firm.
• Preheat oven to 425F degrees.
• Spray a 9-inch square pan with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
• Pound chicken breasts to a quarter-inch thickness between 2 sheets of plastic wrap or wax paper.
• Retrieve butter mixture from freezer and cut crosswise into 6 pieces.
• Place 1 piece on centre of each chicken breast; fold long sides over butter, then fold ends up and secure with a wooden toothpick.
• In a shallow dish, combine cornflake crumbs, parsley and paprika; pour buttermilk into another shallow dish.
• Dip chicken pieces into buttermilk, then coat evenly with cornflake mixture.
• Place coated chicken, seam side down, in prepared pan.
• Bake, uncovered, about 35 minutes or until juices run clear.
• Remove toothpicks and serve immediately.

EASY CHICKEN KIEV (BAKED)

Steps:

• Beat the chicken breasts flat with a meat mallet or a rolling pin.
• Mix together the garlic, lemon rind, lemon juice, butter, parsley, salt and pepper to form a paste.
• Divide the butter evenly between the chicken breasts and carefully roll up and secure with string.
• Freeze for 15 minutes or until the butter is firm.
• Coat the chicken in the flour, dip in the beaten egg and coat in the breadcrumbs, pressing firmly to make sure they stick.
• Return to the freezer for a further 15 minutes.
• Preheat oven to 190C/375°F.
• Bake the chicken for 30-40 minutes or until the outside is golden and crisp.
• Plate the chicken and drizzle a bit of the butter sauce over it before serving.

BEST CHICKEN KIEV

Steps:

• In a small bowl, combine the butter, chives and garlic. Shape into a 3-in. x 2-in. rectangle. Cover and freeze until firm, about 30 minutes., Flatten each chicken breast to 1/4-in. thickness. Cut the butter mixture into six 1-in. pieces; place one piece in center of each chicken breast. Roll up chicken from a long side; tuck ends under. Secure with toothpicks. , In a shallow bowl, combine the cornflakes, parsley and paprika. Place buttermilk in another shallow bowl. Dip the chicken into buttermilk, then coat evenly with cornflake mixture. , Preheat oven to 425°; place chicken in a greased 13 x 9 baking dish, seam side down. Bake, uncovered, 35-40 minutes or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 170°. Discard toothpicks.

FINES HERBS CHICKEN KIEV

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Combine panko, olive oil, and 1/4 teaspoon salt on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake, stirring twice, until deep golden-brown, about 5 minutes. Let cool completely, then crush a few handfuls for finer crumbs.
• Meanwhile, using the flat-side of a knife, smash the garlic against a cutting board. Sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt and continue to crush with the knife to smear the mixture together to form a smooth paste. Scrape into a small bowl; stir in butter and herbs. Transfer butter mixture to the center of a sheet of plastic wrap. Fold plastic wrap over butter mixture and shape into a log. Pull the plastic wrap taut and twist ends to seal. Refrigerate until firm, about 45 minutes.
• Using a sharp paring knife, carve a pocket in each chicken breast by inserting the tip into the side of the breast and cutting an opening lengthwise, leaving about 1 inch uncut on each side and being careful to not cut all the way through. Cut the butter into thin slices. Place 1/4 of the butter inside each pocket. Seal the pocket by pressing together the opening.
• Pat dry chicken; season with salt and pepper. Dredge in flour, tapping off excess. Dip in beaten egg; coat with panko mixture, patting to adhere. Arrange cutlets in a single layer on a separate rimmed baking sheet. Bake until cooked through, 15 to 18 minutes.

EASY CHICKEN KIEV

Steps:

• Heat the oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Whizz together the 2 peeled garlic cloves, parsley and 1 tsp olive oil in a food processor. Add the breadcrumbs and seasoning before pulsing briefly to mix. Tip onto a plate.
• Cut a slit (roughly thumb-length) in the side of each chicken breast, at the plump end. Spoon a quarter of the soft cheese into each hole and press the edges together to seal. Rub 2 tsp oil over all the chicken breasts before pressing the herby crumbs onto them.
• Place the coated chicken in a shallow roasting tin. Scatter round the remaining unpeeled garlic cloves and drizzle with the rest of the oil. Bake for 20-25 mins until the chicken is cooked and crumbs crisp and golden. Squeeze out the soft, roasted garlic from the skins and serve with the chicken.
• Heat the oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Whizz together the 2 peeled garlic cloves, parsley and 1 tsp olive oil in a food processor. Add the breadcrumbs and seasoning before pulsing briefly to mix. Tip onto a plate.
• Cut a slit (roughly thumb-length) in the side of each chicken breast, at the plump end. Spoon a quarter of the soft cheese into each hole and press the edges together to seal. Rub 2 tsp oil over all the chicken breasts before pressing the herby crumbs onto them.
• Place the coated chicken in a shallow roasting tin. Scatter round the remaining unpeeled garlic cloves and drizzle with the rest of the oil. Bake for 20-25 mins until the chicken is cooked and crumbs crisp and golden. Squeeze out the soft, roasted garlic from the skins and serve with the chicken.

AIR FRYER CHICKEN KIEV

Steps:

• Mix butter, parsley, garlic, and salt together in a bowl until evenly combined. Divide herbed butter in half and place on a baking sheet. Freeze for 10 minutes.
• Place chicken on a clean work surface and season with salt and pepper. Place 1/2 of the herbed butter in the center of each pounded chicken breast. Gather the sides of the chicken up around the butter mixture. Cover each ball of chicken in plastic wrap and twist to secure. Place back on the baking sheet and freeze for 30 minutes.
• Meanwhile, preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
• Place flour in a bowl, beaten egg in a second bowl, and panko and paprika in a third bowl. Remove plastic from chicken. Dredge each chicken breast first in flour, then in beaten egg, and finally in panko bread crumb mixture.
• Place breaded chicken in the basket of the air fryer. Spray the tops with cooking spray.
• Air fry for 5 minutes. Spray with nonstick spray again and cook for 5 minutes more. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes.

CHICKEN KIEV

Steps:

• In a large, deep skillet, heat 1 1/2 inches vegetable oil over medium high heat. The oil needs to be 360 degrees F for frying. If you do not have a frying thermometer, add a cube of white bread to hot oil. If the bread browns in a 40 count, the oil is ready.
• Cover work surface with waxed paper. Arrange breasts on paper. Butterfly small chicken breasts, cut into flesh and across, but not through the breast, and open them up. The 6-ounce thin cut breasts may just be removed from package and arranged on waxed paper. Cover breast meat with a second sheet of waxed paper. Pound out cutlets to 1/4-inch thick with a small heavy skillet or a rubber mallet. Be careful not to tear meat. Roll up waxed paper and breasts and set aside.
• Combine chopped herbs on cutting board with chopped garlic. Cut 4 (1 1/2 tablespoons) pieces of cold butter and coat each piece liberally with the herb garlic mixture.
• In 3 disposable pie tins, set out flour, eggs beaten with a splash of cold water and bread crumbs. Uncover chicken and squeeze a wedge of lemon over breasts. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Place an herb-covered piece of butter on each piece of chicken. Wrap and roll cutlets tightly up and over the butter cubes. Discard pie tins used for breading. Secure stuffed chicken with toothpicks. Roll stuffed breasts in flour, then egg, then bread crumbs.
• Fry the Kiev bundles 7 to 8 minutes on each side until deep golden brown all over.

CHICKEN KIEV

Steps:

• For the compound butter: Add the butter, cream cheese, pepper jack, dill, parsley, paprika, garlic, 2 tablespoons salt and 1 tablespoon pepper to a food processor and pulse, occasionally scraping down the sides, until well combined. Place the compound butter on a piece of plastic wrap and roll it in a tube shape about 2-inches in diameter, twisting the ends to secure. Place it in the freezer until completely solid, at least 3 hours.
• Divide the chicken into four 8-ounce patties. Remove the log of compound butter from the freezer and place it in the center of the chicken. Wrap the chicken around the compound butter and seal to form it tightly and evenly around--like a large egg shape.
• For the breading: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Place a rack on top of a baking sheet.
• Set up a dredging station with the flour, beaten eggs, seasoned Italian breadcrumbs and panko. Season each with 2 tablespoons salt and 1 tablespoon pepper. Dredge the chicken lightly in the flour, egg, then Italian breadcrumbs. Pass the chicken back through the egg and then finally in the panko for a second coating. Place on the prepared rack.
• Fill a pot with 2 to 3 inches of oil and heat to 350 degrees F. Fry the chicken until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Place the chicken back on the rack and bake until cooked through, 5 to 6 minutes. Let the chicken rest for 1 to 2 minutes before serving.

QUICK CHICKEN KIEV

Steps:

• In a small bowl, combine 3 tablespoons butter, chives, garlic powder and pepper; shape into four cubes. Cover and freeze until firm, about 10 minutes. , Flatten chicken breast halves to 1/4-in. thickness. Place a butter cube in the center of each. Fold long sides over butter; fold ends up and secure with a toothpick. , In a shallow bowl, combine the cornflakes, Parmesan cheese, parsley and paprika. Melt remaining butter. Dip chicken into butter; coat evenly with cornflake mixture. Place seam side down in a microwave-safe dish. , Microwave, uncovered, on high for 5-6 minutes or until chicken juices run clear and a thermometer reads 170°. Remove toothpicks. Drizzle chicken with pan drippings if desired.

COUNTRY-STYLE CHICKEN KIEV

Steps:

• Heat oven to 375 degrees. Combine bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese,basil,oregano garlic salt and salt. Dip chicken in breasts in melted Butter, then coat with bread crumbs mixture; reserve remaining butter. Place chicken in 9 inch square baking dish. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until chicken is fork tender. Meanwhile, add apple juice, green onion an dparsley to reserved melted butter. When chicken is golden brown, pour buter sauce over chicken. Continue baking for 5 minutes. Serve with sauce spooned over.

(OVEN) CHICKEN KIEV

Steps:

• Melt margarine.
• Combine bread crumbs, parmesan, basil and oregano.
• Dip chicken in margarine and then in crumb mixture; place in glass baking dish sprayed with cooking spray.
• Save remaining margarine.
• Bake 25 minutes in a 350 degree Fahrenheit oven (uncovered).
• Combine remaining margarine with wine, green onion and parsley.
• Pour wine mixture over chicken and bake an additional 10 minutes.
• Place cheese slices over chicken and bake another 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.

BAKED CHICKEN KIEV

Steps:

• Make the herb butter. Combine all the butter, herbs and lemon juice ingredients in a medium large bowl, and, using a rubber spatula, mix until well combined. Season with salt, pepper, and cayenne. On a work surface, spread out a piece of plastic wrap, about 10 inches long. Put the herb butter across the bottom center of the plastic wrap, and form into a log-like shape, about 4 inches long. Fold the bottom edge of the plastic wrap over the butter and roll the enclosed butter forward until completely wrapped, to form a tube about 1 1/2 inches in diameter. Twist the ends together, like a party favor, and freeze until very firm. Prepare the chicken. On a work surface, place 1 breast half between 2 layers of plastic wrap or wax paper and, using a meat-tenderizing mallet, pound to a 1/4-inch thickness. Repeat with the remaining chicken. Unwrap the butter and cut lengthwise into four equal pieces. Lay out each breast half and season both sides assertively with salt and pepper. Place 1 piece of butter across the bottom center of each breast. Fold the bottom edge of a breast over the butter, fold in the sides, and roll the just enclosed butter forward until completely wrapped, to form a tight rolled package. Repeat with the remaining breasts. In a large bowl, whisk together the breadcrumbs, 1 teaspoon salt, and the thyme and season generously with pepper. Place the flour and eggs in separate flat bottomed bowls or lipped plates. Working with one chicken roll at a time, dredge it in the flour, dip in the egg, and roll in the breadcrumb mixture. Shake off the excess. Transfer to a parchment paper-lined plate. Repeat with the remaining chicken. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours and up to 12. Bake at 375 for 30-40 minutes.

MICROWAVED CHICKEN KIEV

Steps:

• In a small bowl, combine 3 tablespoons butter, chives, garlic powder and pepper; shape into four cubes. Cover and freeze until firm, about 10 minutes. , Meanwhile, flatten chicken breast halves to 1/4-in. thickness. Place a butter cube in the center of each. Fold long sides over butter; fold ends up and secure with a toothpick. , In a shallow bowl, combine the cornflakes, cheese, parsley and paprika. Melt remaining butter. Dip chicken into butter; coat evenly with cornflake mixture. Place seam side down in a microwave-safe dish. , Microwave, uncovered, on high for 5-6 minutes or until chicken juices run clear and a thermometer reads 170°. Remove toothpicks. Drizzle chicken with pan drippings if desired.

CHICKEN KIEV

Steps:

• For the Herb Butter: Mix ingredients with rubber spatula until combined. Form into a 3 inch square on plastic wrap; wrap tightly and refrigerate until firm, 1 hour. For the Chicken: Adjust oven rack to lower middle position; heat oven to 300 degrees. Pound the chicken between two sheets of wax paper until 1/4 inch thick. Unwrap butter and cut into 4 rectangular pieces. Place chicken breast cut side up on work surface. season both sides with salt and pepper. Place 1 piece of butter in center of bottom half of breast. Roll bottom edge of chicken over butter, then fold in sides and continue rolling to form neat, tight package pressing on seam to seal. Repeat with remaining butter and chicken. Regrigerate uncovered to allow edges to seal, 1 hour. Adjust oven rack to middle position and heat oven to 350 degrees. Place flour, eggs, and bread crumbs in separate pie plates or shallow dihes. Season flour with salt and pepper, season bread crumbs with salt and pepper. Add mustard to eggs and whisk to combine. Dredge 1 chicken breast in flour, shaking off excess, then coat with egg mixture allowing excess to drip off. Coat all sides of chicken breast with bread crumbs, pressing gently so that crumbs adhere. Place on wire rack set over rimmed baking sheet. Repeat flouring and breading on remaining chicken breasts. Bake 40 to 45 minutes. Let rest 5 minutes on wire rack before serving.