Ukrainian Chicken Kiev

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A real Kiev recipe, with seasoned butter rolled up in breaded chicken breasts for a richness fit for royalty! This recipe takes a bit of time, but is well worth the effort.

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Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 10 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

  • 8 (4 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

  • cup butter, softened

  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 2 eggs

  • 3 tablespoons water

  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder

  • 1 teaspoon dried dill weed

  • ½ cup all-purpose flour

  • ½ cup dry bread crumbs

  • 2 cups vegetable oil

  • ½ lemon, sliced

  • ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley

Directions

  1. Place each chicken breast between a sheet of wax paper and pound, using a mallet or rolling pin, to about 1/8 inch thickness; be careful not to 'break' the chicken. Wrap and refrigerate until seasoned butter is frozen.

  2. To Make Seasoned Butter: In a small bowl combine the softened butter, 1/2 teaspoon pepper and 1 teaspoon garlic powder and mix well. Spread mixture into a 2x4 inch rectangle on a piece of aluminum foil; freeze until firm.

  3. When butter is firm, cut into 8 equal size pieces and place one piece on each chicken breast. Fold in edges of chicken and roll to encase butter completely. Secure with toothpicks.

  4. In a small bowl, beat eggs with water. In a shallow dish or bowl, mix together the 1/4 teaspoon pepper, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, dill weed and flour. Place bread crumbs in a separate shallow dish or bowl. Dip chicken rolls in seasoned flour, then egg mixture, then crumbs. Place coated chicken in a shallow dish, cover and refrigerate for about 30 minutes.

  5. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. When oil is hot, deep fry chicken rolls for about 5 minutes, then turn over and deep fry for another 5 minutes until golden and cooked through, with no pink showing inside. Drain on paper towels, garnish with lemon slices and parsley and serve.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

756 Calories
66g Fat
12g Carbs
30g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 756
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 66g 84%
Saturated Fat 13g 64%
Cholesterol 133mg 44%
Sodium 197mg 9%
Total Carbohydrate 12g 4%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 30g 60%
Vitamin C 9mg 10%
Calcium 45mg 3%
Iron 2mg 11%
Potassium 362mg 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.