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Stuffed Chicken Thighs

Delicious Stuffed Chicken Thighs with Spinach and Cream Cheese

These Stuffed Chicken Thighs combine creamy filling with juicy chicken, offering a mouthwatering dinner option.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 thighs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup fresh spinach chopped
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 piece lemon juiced
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • Oven

Method
 

Basic Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Pat dry the chicken thighs and season with salt and pepper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, chopped spinach, garlic powder, and Parmesan until smooth.
  3. Lay each thigh flat and place a generous scoop of filling in the center. Roll tightly and secure with toothpicks if needed.
  4. Place stuffed thighs seam side down in a greased baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with Italian seasoning.
  5. Bake uncovered for about 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Squeeze lemon juice over the warm thighs before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 28gFat: 22g

Notes

Feel free to personalize your Stuffed Chicken Thighs by swapping spinach for kale or adding sun-dried tomatoes. Reheat leftovers in the oven to maintain moisture.

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