Chicken Kiev Surprise
Chicken Kiev Surprise is a classic Russian dish that features a crispy breaded exterior and a surprise of herbed butter inside. This recipe adds a twist to the traditional Chicken Kiev by incorporating a surprise ingredient that will delight your taste buds.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 cubes of surprise ingredient (e.g., cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, or mushrooms)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Flatten the chicken breasts to an even thickness.
- In a bowl, mix together the softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Place a cube of the surprise ingredient in the center of each chicken breast.
- Spread the herbed butter mixture over the surprise ingredient.
- Carefully fold the chicken breast around the surprise ingredient, sealing the edges.
- Dip each chicken breast in flour, then beaten eggs, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken breasts until golden brown on all sides.
- Transfer the browned chicken breasts to a baking dish and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through.
- Serve hot and enjoy the surprise inside!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 40 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Fat
- 20g
Supplies
Baking dish Skillet
Tools
Meat mallet Knife Cutting board Bowls for breading
Serving suggestions
Serve the Chicken Kiev Surprise with a side of mashed potatoes and steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
Make sure to seal the edges of the chicken breasts well to prevent the surprise ingredient from leaking out during cooking.
Cost
$15