Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
0.5 cup

Butter

softened

1 tbsp

Parsley

chopped fresh

0.5 tsp

Rosemary

dried

0.25 tsp

Salt

0.13 tsp

Pepper

6 unit

Chicken Breast

boneless skinless halves

0.33 cup

All-Purpose Flour

1 unit

Egg

well beaten

1 cup

Breadcrumbs

soft

1 unit

Vegetable Oil

Step 1
~3 min

Soften butter.

Step 2
~3 min

Combine softened butter with chopped parsley, dried rosemary, salt, and pepper.

Step 3
~3 min

Blend butter and seasoning mixture thoroughly.

Step 4
~3 min

Shape the butter mixture into a log or stick.

Step 5
~3 min

Cover the butter stick and freeze for about 45 minutes, or until firm.

Step 6
~3 min

Place each chicken breast half between two sheets of wax paper.

Step 7
~3 min

Flatten each chicken breast piece to 1/4 inch thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin.

Step 8
~3 min

Cut the frozen butter stick into pats.

Step 9
~3 min

Place one butter pat in the center of each flattened chicken breast.

Step 10
~3 min

Fold the long sides of the chicken breast over the butter pat.

Step 11
~3 min

Fold the ends of the chicken breast over, securing with a toothpick.

Step 12
~3 min

Dredge each stuffed chicken breast piece in flour.

Step 13
~3 min

Dip the floured chicken in the beaten egg.

Step 14
~3 min

Cover the egg-coated chicken with breadcrumbs.

Step 15
~3 min

Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan to approximately 350°F (175°C).

Step 16
~3 min

Fry the chicken in the hot oil for about 5 minutes on each side.

Step 17
~3 min

Continue frying until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure butter is fully frozen before stuffing the chicken.

Use a thermometer to ensure the oil is at the correct temperature.

Do not overcrowd the pan when frying.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and frozen.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Mashed potatoes

Steamed green beans

Lemon wedges

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic mashed potatoes
Asparagus with hollandaise sauce

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Eastern Europe

Cultural Significance

Popular dish in many Eastern European countries.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Special Occasions

Occasion Tags

Dinner Party
Family Meal

Popularity Score

70/100

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