Greek Chicken Kiev (Kotokiev) Recipe

Name: Greek Chicken Kiev (Kotokiev)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/8 cup butter, chilled; 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese, chilled; about 16 kalamata olive, pitted and chopped, chilled; 1 teaspoon dried greek oregano; garlic powder; lemon juice; 4 whole chicken breasts, split, skinned, boned (about 2 1/2 pounds); 1/4 cup flour; 1 egg, beaten; 1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs; oil (for deep frying); salt; fresh ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1/8 cup butter, chilled
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese, chilled
about 16 kalamata olive, pitted and chopped, chilled
1 teaspoon dried greek oregano
garlic powder
lemon juice
4 whole chicken breasts, split, skinned, boned (about 2 1/2 pounds)
1/4 cup flour
1 egg, beaten
1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs
oil (for deep frying)
salt
fresh ground black pepper

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1. In a small bowl mix oregano, garlic powder, feta, butter, olives, salt and pepper.
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2. Form the mixture into small balls equal to the number of split chicken breasts (8).
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3. Place rolls in the freezer for 30 minutes.
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4. Flatten chicken breasts to 1/4 inch thickness by placing between sheets of wax paper or cellophane and pounding with a meat tenderizer.
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5. Drizzle lemon juice over the breasts and allow to marinate for 15 to 20 minutes.
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6. Preheat cooking oil in a deep-fryer or heavy skillet to 350u00b0.
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7. Place one frozen butter roll in the center of each breast, and wrap the meat around it. Secure with a wooden pick.
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8. Roll chicken in flour, dip in egg, then roll in bread crumbs.
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9. Deep fry in oil about about 5 minutes* until the chicken is golden-brown.
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10. Drain on paper towels.
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* If frying in a skillet, where the chicken is not covered in oil, it will take at least 10 - 15 minutes and 2 or 3 turns to cook all sides.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/8 cup butter, chilled, 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese, chilled, about 16 kalamata olive, pitted and chopped, chilled, 1 teaspoon dried greek oregano, and more.

Yes, Greek Chicken Kiev (Kotokiev) falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Greek Chicken Kiev (Kotokiev)

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