Fresh free range chicken kievs an easy household meal for any night of the week. If you are planning on entertaining guests these also make a treat with some mash potato. Hormone and steroid free range Australian chicken.
Click and Collect Chicken Kievs Today
Yes you can order your chicken kievs online now thanks to A Place 2 Meat Brisbane butcher click and collect. Just add to cart and checkout online. That easy and then pickup instore. We also do offer home delivery should you be struggling for time.
RSPCA Certified Chicken
Our chickens are raised on RSPCA-approved farms, ensuring their welfare and safety without the use of antibiotics. They enjoy daily outdoor access, allowing them to forage and explore in a natural environment, while a comfortable barn provides shelter and protection during the night. Our farmers are committed to maintaining high standards of care and keeping their chickens free of hormones.
What are Chicken Kievs?
Chicken Kiev is a classic dish of Eastern European origin, particularly popular in Ukrainian and Russian cuisines, before gaining widespread popularity in the West. It consists of a boneless chicken breast pounded and rolled around cold, herbed butter, then breaded and either fried or baked. The dish is known for its rich, buttery center that melts during cooking, creating a juicy and flavorful experience when cut into.
Key Components of Chicken Kiev:
- Chicken Breast: The chicken is typically skinless and boneless, tenderized and flattened to create a thin layer that can be easily rolled.
- Herbed Butter: The filling is made from butter combined with herbs such as parsley, dill, chives, and garlic, adding a burst of flavor when the chicken is cooked and the butter melts.
- Breading: The rolled chicken is dredged in flour, dipped in beaten eggs, and then coated in breadcrumbs. This creates a crispy exterior that contrasts the tender chicken and molten butter filling inside.
- Cooking Method: Traditionally, Chicken Kiev is deep-fried, but it can also be baked or pan-fried, offering a somewhat lighter option while still achieving a crispy coating.
Preparation and Serving:
- Preparation: The herbed butter is prepared and chilled (or even frozen) to ensure it remains solid until the chicken is cooked. The chicken breasts are pounded thin, the chilled butter is placed in the center, and then the chicken is rolled and secured, often with toothpicks, to enclose the butter completely.
- Breading and Cooking: After breading, the Chicken Kievs are cooked until golden brown and cooked through, ensuring the butter inside becomes hot and liquid.
- Serving: It’s served hot, often with a side of vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice, to complement the rich flavors.
Chicken Kiev has become a beloved dish in many countries, appreciated for its combination of tender chicken, flavorful herbs, and the luxurious surprise of melted butter within.
