Traybake Chicken Kiev

Make delicious traybake chicken Kiev by coating chicken thighs with lemon garlic basil butter, breadcrumbs, then bake until golden, serving with lemon wedges and fresh basil!

Product: Gourmet Spice kit Thai Basil Stir Fry

Serves 4

Effort: Easy

Prep time: 10 mins

Cook time: 25 mins

Gluten free option

Ingredients

• 4-6 chicken thighs
• 60g softened butter
• 2 tbsp Thai basil seasoning
• Zest of ½ lemon
• 40g panko breadcrumbs

To serve

• Lemon wedges
• Fresh basil

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C / 200°C fan.
2. Line a baking tray with parchment paper and place the chicken thighs on it, smooth side down. Pat dry the chicken thighs with paper towels.
3. In a bowl, mix the softened butter with the Thai basil seasoning until well combined.
4. Spread the seasoned butter evenly over the top of each chicken thigh.
5. In another bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs with the lemon zest.
6. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over each chicken thigh, ensuring they are evenly coated and gently pat the crumbs to stick to the butter.
7. Lightly spritz the breadcrumbs with oil.
8. Place the tray in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the breadcrumbs are golden brown.
9. Serve the traybake chicken Kiev with lemon wedges and a sprinkle of fresh basil.

Hints & Tips

• For a gluten-free option, substitute regular breadcrumbs with coarse gluten-free breadcrumbs. This one works well as a panko substitute.
• Opt for chicken thigh for its moistness during cooking. If using chicken breast, consider slicing them thinner by cutting through the middle before cooking.
• Serving the chicken Kiev over a bed of mashed potatoes or alongside homemade chips.
• Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days for later enjoyment.