Stuffed Chicken Thighs
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
35 mins
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Total Time
55 mins
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Servings
8 chicken thighs
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Calories
361 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
Stuffed Chicken Thighs
Description
Stuffed Chicken Thighs feature boneless, skinless chicken thighs filled with a prepared stuffing mix and wrapped tightly in bacon strips. The chicken is seasoned with garlic powder and paprika, then baked over additional stuffing placed in the baking dish, ensuring the flavors meld during roasting. Baking at 425°F for about 35 minutes results in crisp bacon and tender, fully cooked chicken with an internal temperature of 165°F. The stuffing inside adds moisture and a contrasting texture inside each thigh.
The combination of bacon and seasoning seals in the juices, while the stuffing provides a savory center. This dish serves well as a hearty main course accompanied by sides like steamed vegetables or mashed potatoes. The bacon wrapping adds a smoky note that complements the seasoned chicken and stuffing blend.
The recipe notes recommend ensuring the stuffing is cooled before stuffing the chicken to prevent overcooking the meat. Additional stuffing can be baked beneath the thighs to enhance the dish's flavor. For a variation, boneless chicken breasts can be butterflied and pounded thin before stuffing and wrapping to achieve similar results. Adjust baking times accordingly for different cuts to reach safe internal temperatures.
Ingredients
- 6 ounces stuffing mix or 1 ½ cups leftover homemade stuffing
- 1 ½ pounds chicken thigh approx 8 thighs, boneless, skinless
- 8 lices Bacon
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Grease a 9x13 baking dish and set aside.
- Prepare stuffing according to directions and cool completely.
- Lay each chicken thigh on a cutting board and place stuffing in the center (approximately 2-3 tablespoons depending on the size of the chicken thighs).
- Fold each chicken thigh closed around the stuffing and tightly wrap with bacon. Sprinkle garlic powder and paprika on top of the thighs.
- Place any leftover stuffing on the bottom of the baking dish and place chicken thighs seam side down on top of the stuffing.
- Bake for 35 minutes or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
Notes
- Make sure stuffing is completely cooled before filling the chicken to avoid uneven cooking.
- Additional stuffing can be spread in the baking dish under the chicken to absorb drippings and add flavor.
- When using boneless chicken breasts, butterfly and pound to about ½ inch thickness for even stuffing and cooking.
- Wrap each stuffed thigh tightly with bacon to keep the stuffing sealed and promote crispy bacon.
- Cook until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F to ensure safety and juiciness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8chicken thighs
Amount Per Serving
Calories 361 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1chicken thigh | |
| Calories | 361 | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 17g | 6% |
| Protein | 19g | 38% |
| Fat | 24g | 37% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 98mg | 33% |
| Sodium | 510mg | 21% |
| Potassium | 275mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 136IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 29mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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