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Spinach and Swiss Cheese Stuffed Chicken Thighs Delight!

Delicious chicken thighs stuffed with a creamy mixture of spinach and Swiss cheese, perfect for a hearty meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1 cup fresh spinach chopped
  • 1 cup Swiss cheese shredded
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese softened
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped spinach, Swiss cheese, cream cheese, minced garlic, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  3. Using a sharp knife, carefully create a pocket in each chicken thigh by slicing along one side, being careful not to cut all the way through.
  4. Stuff each chicken thigh with the spinach and cheese mixture, using toothpicks to secure the opening if necessary.
  5. Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the stuffed chicken thighs, skin-side down, and sear for about 5 minutes until the skin is golden brown.
  6. Flip the chicken thighs over and transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  7. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1stuffed chicken thighCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g

Notes

  • For added flavor, try adding some chopped sun-dried tomatoes or artichoke hearts to the stuffing mixture.
  • You can also substitute the Swiss cheese with mozzarella or feta for a different taste.

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