Treasure Chicken
Uncover a culinary gem with this Treasure Chicken recipe, where juicy, bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs are transformed into a flavorful masterpiece! Stuffed with a decadent blend of shredded mozzarella, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, fresh cilantro, and zesty lemon, this dish promises bursts of vibrant, cheesy goodness in every bite. Perfectly seasoned with paprika, garlic, and black pepper, then seared to golden perfection and baked in a buttery skillet, the result is irresistibly crispy skin and tender, succulent meat. Ideal for a special family dinner or impressing guests, this recipe pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice. Ready in under an hour, this stuffed chicken recipe is truly a treasure trove of flavors!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup Cooked spinach, drained and chopped
- 0.5 cup Sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons Butter
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a small bowl, mix salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Rub this spice mixture all over the chicken thighs, making sure to season under the skin as well.
In another bowl, combine the shredded mozzarella cheese, cooked spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, chopped cilantro, and lemon zest to make the stuffing mixture.
Using a small knife, carefully loosen the skin of each chicken thigh to create a pocket. Stuff each pocket with approximately 2 tablespoons of the prepared mixture, making sure not to overfill.
Heat olive oil in a large, oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken thighs skin-side down for 3-4 minutes, until the skin is golden and crispy. Flip them over and cook for another 2 minutes.
Add the butter to the skillet and spoon the melted butter over the chicken thighs for added flavor.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Spoon the pan juices over the top for extra flavor.
Serve the Treasure Chicken alongside your favorite sides such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2412 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 180.3 g | 231% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.0 g | 305% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 632 mg | 211% | |
| Sodium | 4405 mg | 192% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.2 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.9 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.4 g | ||
| Protein | 151.2 g | 302% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1241 mg | 95% | |
| Iron | 17.8 mg | 99% | |
| Potassium | 4244 mg | 90% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
