Chicken Kyiv Garlic Butter
Chicken Kyiv Garlic Butter is a delectable dish that elevates simple chicken breasts into a gourmet experience. Stuffed with a rich, aromatic garlic butter filling and coated in crispy panko breadcrumbs, every bite delivers a symphony of flavors that will wow your guests or delight your family. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe is both comforting and impressive, making it a must-try for home cooks of all skill levels.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Ukrainian
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 6 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg, beaten
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, and lemon juice until creamy.
- Create pockets in each chicken breast and fill them with the garlic butter mixture; seal tightly.
- Dip each stuffed breast in beaten egg and coat in panko breadcrumbs.
- Place the chicken in the prepared dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: Use cold butter for stuffing to prevent leakage during cooking. Experiment with herbs like thyme or rosemary for added flavor options. For a vegetarian alternative, substitute chicken with portobello mushrooms.