Herb-and-Cheese-Filled Chicken Thighs Recipe

Name: Herb-and-Cheese-Filled Chicken Thighs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups fresh bread crumbs; 1 1/2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese (4 1/2 ounces); 2 large eggs, lightly beaten; 1/2 cup grated Provolone cheese (1 1/2 ounces); 1/2 cup coarsely chopped basil; 1/4 cup coarsely chopped flat-leaf parsley; Finely grated zest of 2 lemons; 1 tablespoon finely chopped rosemary; 16 boneless chicken thighs with skin (about 5 ounces each); Salt and freshly ground pepper

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups fresh bread crumbs
1 1/2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese (4 1/2 ounces)
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup grated Provolone cheese (1 1/2 ounces)
1/2 cup coarsely chopped basil
1/4 cup coarsely chopped flat-leaf parsley
Finely grated zest of 2 lemons
1 tablespoon finely chopped rosemary
16 boneless chicken thighs with skin (about 5 ounces each)
Salt and freshly ground pepper

1
Preheat the oven to 450.
2
In a medium bowl, combine the fresh bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, eggs, Provolone, chopped basil, chopped parsley, lemon zest and rosemary.
3
Set the chicken thighs, skin side down, on a work surface and season with salt and freshly ground pepper.
4
Mound 1/4 cup of the herb-and-cheese filling on each thigh.
5
Fold the sides of the thighs over the filling to enclose it and tie each chicken thigh in 2 or 3 places with kitchen string.
6
Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
7
Arrange the stuffed chicken thighs on a large, rimmed baking sheet and roast for about 35 minutes, or until golden brown.
8
Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes, then discard the strings and serve.

1015

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

122

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups fresh bread crumbs, 1 1/2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese (4 1/2 ounces), 2 large eggs, lightly beaten, 1/2 cup grated Provolone cheese (1 1/2 ounces), and more.

Yes, Herb-and-Cheese-Filled Chicken Thighs falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Herb-and-Cheese-Filled Chicken Thighs

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