Easy Chicken Kiev (Baked)

There's a few recipes on Zaar for this, but this one seems different from the rest, even though some ingredients are the same. This is simple and delicious. Prep time includes 30 minutes to freeze.

• Ready In: 1 hr 20 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 4  boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 2  garlic cloves, finely minced
• 1  lemon, zest of
• 1  teaspoon lemon juice
• 4  ounces butter, softened
• 1  tablespoon parsley, chopped (fresh if possible)
•  salt and pepper, to taste
• 2  tablespoons flour
• 1  egg, beaten
• 1⁄3 cup  breadcrumbs

Directions

1. Beat the chicken breasts flat with a meat mallet or a rolling pin.
2. Mix together the garlic, lemon rind, lemon juice, butter, parsley, salt and pepper to form a paste.
3. Divide the butter evenly between the chicken breasts and carefully roll up and secure with string.
4. Freeze for 15 minutes or until the butter is firm.
5. Coat the chicken in the flour, dip in the beaten egg and coat in the breadcrumbs, pressing firmly to make sure they stick.
6. Return to the freezer for a further 15 minutes.
7. Preheat oven to 190C/375°F.
8. Bake the chicken for 30-40 minutes or until the outside is golden and crisp.
9. Plate the chicken and drizzle a bit of the butter sauce over it before serving.