Kotlety Po-Kievski (Chicken Kyiv)
Chicken Kyiv is a classic dish featuring a pounded chicken breast wrapped around a generous knob of herb butter, then breaded and fried or baked until golden and crispy. When cut, the melted butter bursts forth, creating a rich and flavorful experience. This recipe delivers a perfectly tender and juicy chicken with a crunchy exterior.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 50 min
- Serves
- 4
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Per serving
- 973 kcal
Allergen information: may contain eggs, gluten, and milk. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.
herb butter
- 120 gunsalted butter, softened
- 2 tbspfresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 clovegarlic, minced
- 0.5 tspsalt
- 0.25 tspblack pepper
Ingredients
- 4 pcschicken breast, boneless, skinless
- 4 cupvegetable oil
breading
- 0.5 cupall-purpose flour
- 2 pcsegg, beaten
- 1.5 cupbreadcrumbs, panko
Equipment
thermometer · tongs · plastic wrap · wire rack · baking sheet · mixing bowl · shallow dishes · deep skillet · meat mallet
The method
Step by step
- 1
Prepare the herb butter by combining the softened unsalted butter, fresh parsley, garlic, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: Ensure the butter is soft enough to mix easily but not melted.
- 2
Divide the herb butter mixture into 4 equal portions and roll each into a small log or ball. Place these butter logs on a small plate and freeze for at least 15 minutes to firm up.
About 15 min
Cook’s note: Freezing the butter prevents it from melting out during cooking.
- 3
Place each chicken breast between two pieces of plastic wrap or in a large freezer bag. Using a meat mallet or rolling pin, pound the chicken breasts evenly to about 1/4 inch thickness.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: Pound gently and evenly to avoid tearing the chicken.
- 4
Season both sides of the pounded chicken breasts lightly with salt and pepper.
About 1 min
- 5
Place one frozen herb butter log in the center of each pounded chicken breast. Fold the short ends of the chicken over the butter, then roll tightly from one long end to the other, completely enclosing the butter.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: Ensure there are no gaps for the butter to escape. You can tuck in any loose edges.
- 6
Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes: one with all-purpose flour, one with beaten egg, and one with panko breadcrumbs.
About 2 min
- 7
Dredge each chicken roll in the all-purpose flour, shaking off any excess. Then dip it into the beaten egg, allowing excess to drip off. Finally, thoroughly coat it in the breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: For extra crispiness, you can double-bread by repeating the egg and breadcrumb steps.
- 8
Heat the vegetable oil in a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat to 350°F (175°C).
About 5 min
Cook’s note: Use a thermometer to ensure accurate oil temperature.
- 9
Carefully place the breaded chicken rolls into the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through.
About 8 min
Cook’s note: Cook in batches if necessary to maintain oil temperature. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
- 10
Remove the cooked chicken Kyiv from the oil and place on a wire rack set over a paper towel-lined baking sheet to drain excess oil.
- 11
Serve immediately and enjoy the bursting herb butter.
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 972.9kcal
- Protein
- 62.9g
- Carbs
- 39.6g
- Fat
- 61.4g
- Fibre
- 2.6g
- Sugar
- 2.7g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Store leftover cooked chicken Kyiv in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheat in an oven or air fryer at 350°F (175°C) until warmed through and crispy.
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