Ukrainian Chicken Kiev
Ukrainian Chicken Kiev features tender, thin-pounded chicken wrapped around a chilled garlic-pepper butter that melts into a rich, savory center. A dill-scented flour coating and breadcrumb crust fry up crisp and golden, locking in the juices. Perfect for a special dinner, it delivers a satisfying crunch with a burst of herby, buttery flavor in every slice.
- Prep30 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Ukrainian Chicken Kiev, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 56 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 2 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 43 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 30
- Heart Health
- 57
- Metabolic
- 16
- Digestive
- 21
- Inflammatory
- 42
- Performance
- 31
- General Wellness
- 1
Place each chicken breast between sheets of wax paper and pound with a mallet or rolling pin to about 1/8 inch thick; take care not to tear the chicken. Wrap and refrigerate until the seasoned butter is frozen.
- 2
To make the seasoned butter: In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and 1 teaspoon garlic powder and mix well. Spread the mixture into a 2x4 inch rectangle on a piece of aluminum foil; freeze until firm.
- 3
When the butter is firm, cut it into 8 equal pieces and place one piece on each chicken breast. Fold in the edges of the chicken and roll to fully enclose the butter. Secure with toothpicks.
- 4
In a small bowl, beat the eggs with the water. In a shallow dish or bowl, mix together the 1/4 teaspoon pepper, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, dill weed, and flour. Place the bread crumbs in a separate shallow dish or bowl. Dip the chicken rolls first in the seasoned flour, then in the egg mixture, and finally in the crumbs. Place the 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 the oil is hot, deep-fry the chicken rolls for about 5 minutes, then turn and deep-fry for another 5 minutes until golden and cooked through, with no pink inside. Drain on paper towels, garnish with lemon slices and parsley, and serve.
- Calories 869.63 kcal High 43%
- Protein 56.72 g Good Source 113%
- Carbohydrate 15.66 g 6%
- Total Fat 66.43 g High 85%
- Saturated Fat 12.86 g High 64%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 218.47 mg High 73%
- Sodium 202.02 mg Moderate 9%
- Dietary Fiber 1.06 g Low Source 4%
- Total Sugars 1.06 g --
- Added Sugars 0.48 g Low Source 1%
- Calcium 18.56 mg Low Source 1%
- Iron 2.74 mg Moderate 15%
- Potassium 71.28 mg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin A 84.82 mcg Low Source 9%
- Vitamin C 10.46 mg Moderate 12%
- Vitamin D 0.24 mcg Low Source 1%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Eggs 🥚
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
About This Recipe
Ukrainian Chicken Kiev is made with 12 ingredients and serves 8. It takes about 40 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Black Pepper, Bread Crumbs, and Chicken Breast. Each serving provides about 869.63 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Ukrainian Chicken Kiev made of?
- The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Black Pepper, Bread Crumbs, Chicken Breast, Dried Dill. The full list of 12 is above.
- How long does it take to make Ukrainian Chicken Kiev?
- About 40 mins in total: 30 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 869.63 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Ukrainian Chicken Kiev easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 12 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Ukrainian Chicken Kiev healthy?
- Ukrainian Chicken Kiev has an easyChef Pro health score of 38/100. Per serving, it provides 869.63 calories and 56.72 g of protein, or 113% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 202.02 mg (9% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 12.86 g (64% of the Daily Value). It contains Eggs, Milk, Wheat and Gluten, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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