MICROWAVED CHICKEN KIEV

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I fix these microwave-easy chicken breasts all the time and love the taste. -Dorothy LaCombe, Hamburg, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

5 tablespoons butter, softened, divided
1/2 teaspoon minced chives
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
1/3 cup cornflake crumbs
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/4 teaspoon paprika

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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328 calories, Fat 18g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 132mg cholesterol, Sodium 226mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 35g protein.