Cheat’s chicken Kiev

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
No need for tricky breadcrumbing and deep-frying – these creamy baked garlic Kievs are really easy to assemble

Prep:15 mins
Cook:20 mins

Serves 2
Easy

Nutrition per serving

kcal 459
fat 33g
saturates 17g
carbs 1g
sugars 0g
fibre 0g
protein 40g
salt 1.7g

Ingredients

5 tbsp cream cheese
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 tbsp chopped or frozen parsley or ½ tbsp dried
2 skinless chicken breasts
6 slices pancetta
oil, for brushing

Method

Heat oven to 190C/170C fan/gas 5. Mix together the cream cheese, garlic and herbs with some seasoning. Cut a slit in the side of each chicken breast, ensuring you don’t pierce through the other side. Using your fingers, make a bigger pocket and stuff the creamy mix inside. Season the chicken breasts, then wrap 3 slices of pancetta around each, covering the pocket tightly.
Put on a baking tray, brush with a little oil and bake for 18-20 mins until cooked through.