Best Stuffed Chicken Thighs With Roasted Potatoes And Carrots Recipes

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STUFFED CHICKEN THIGHS



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Stuffed Chicken Thighs are truly impressive. Moist & flavorful on the inside with a crispy bacon shell!

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Chicken     Dinner     Entree     Main Course

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package stuffing mix, 6 oz ((or 1 ½ cups leftover homemade stuffing))
1 ½ pounds boneless chicken thighs (approx 8 thighs )
8 slices bacon
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon paprika
salt & pepper to taste

Steps:

  • 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361 kcal, Carbohydrate 17 g, Protein 19 g, Fat 24 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 98 mg, Sodium 510 mg, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 chicken thigh, TransFat 1 g, Fiber 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 15 g

OVEN-ROASTED CHICKEN THIGHS WITH CARROTS AND YUKON GOLD POTATOES



Oven-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Carrots and Yukon Gold Potatoes image

In this simple chicken bake, the skin gets good and crispy, and the juices make the vegetables extra-succulent.

Provided by Greg Atkinson

Categories     Chicken     Potato     Roast     Low Cal     High Fiber     Dinner     Carrot     Bon Appétit     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
6 large chicken thighs with skin and bones (preferably organic; about 2 1/4 pounds total)
1 tablespoon coarse kosher salt
2 teaspoons dried thyme
1 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated or ground nutmeg
2 pounds unpeeled medium Yukon Gold potatoes, scrubbed, cut into 2-inch-long, 1/2-inch-thick spears
2 pounds medium carrots, peeled, cut into 2-inch-long, 1/2-inch-thick spears
3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°F. Coat large rimmed baking sheet with 1 tablespoon oil. Place chicken on baking sheet. Turn to coat with oil and set skin side up. Mix salt, thyme, 1½ teaspoons pepper, and nutmeg in small bowl. Sprinkle half of mixture over chicken. Roast until chicken starts to brown and some fat has rendered, about 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine potatoes, carrots, 2 tablespoons oil, and remaining saltthyme mixture in large bowl. Transfer thighs to medium bowl; set aside. Transfer potato-carrot mixture to same baking sheet; turn to coat with drippings. Roast until vegetables soften, 30 minutes. Place thighs on vegetables; pour accumulated juices from chicken over. Return sheet to oven. Roast until chicken is cooked and vegetables brown, 15 minutes longer.
  • Place chicken on platter; top with chives.

STUFFED CHICKEN THIGHS



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Chicken thighs stuffed with sautéed mushrooms, wilted spinach, and shredded Monterey jack cheese. This dish is light-tasting and a little sweet.

Provided by Annie H

Categories     Chicken Thigh & Leg

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 boneless skinless chicken thighs
4 ounces mushrooms
1/2 ounce fresh spinach
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
3 ounces monterey jack cheese, shredded
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon tarragon
1 teaspoon garlic salt
3 tablespoons honey
1/2 cup water
1 ounce monterey jack cheese

Steps:

  • Wash and pat dry chicken thighs; lay them flat, inside up.
  • Slice mushrooms and sauté with salt and pepper until they are brown; remove from heat.
  • Wash and stem spinach.
  • Chop spinach and add to mushrooms, tossing to wilt.
  • Place about 2 tablespoons of this filling on each chicken thigh, evenly dispersing the remaining filling among the thighs as needed.
  • Divide cheese among chicken thighs.
  • Close the thighs with toothpicks (I used three per thigh) and place in a pie dish.
  • Sprinkle paprika, crushed tarragon, and garlic salt over the thighs.
  • Drizzle honey over all.
  • Add water to the pie pan, cover with foil, and bake at 350°F for 30 minutes.
  • Remove foil and bake another 15 minutes.
  • Sprinkle remaining cheese over chicken and bake until the cheese is melted.
  • Serve with steamed veggies, rice, and a fruit salad.

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