Description
This Stuffed Chicken Thighs dish boasts irresistible flavor with tender chicken, savory stuffing, and crispy bacon. Perfect for a quick dinner that satisfies!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 ounces stuffing mix
- 1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 8 slices bacon
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- salt
- black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F and grease a 9×13 baking dish.
- Prepare stuffing as per the package directions and let it cool completely.
- Lay each chicken thigh on a cutting board, and place about 2-3 tablespoons of stuffing in the center.
- Fold the chicken thigh closed around the stuffing, then tightly wrap it with a slice of bacon. Sprinkle garlic powder and paprika on top.
- Place any leftover stuffing at the bottom of the baking dish and position the chicken thighs seam side down on top of it.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 35 minutes, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
Notes
Ensure the stuffing is completely cooled before using to prevent cooking the chicken unevenly.
Adjust the seasoning to your taste with additional salt and pepper if desired.
Serve with a side of vegetables or a salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg