Cheesy Baked Italian Chicken Thighs
Ingredients List
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½ cup low-fat ricotta cheese
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¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
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⅛ teaspoon salt
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1 pound skinless, boneless chicken thighs
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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salt to taste
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 ½ cups marinara sauce
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¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (Optional)
Cooking Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
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In a small bowl, mix together ricotta cheese, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, and salt. Set aside.
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Season both sides of the chicken thighs with garlic powder and salt.
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Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken thighs, skin-side down, in the hot oil for 3 to 4 minutes. Flip the chicken over, remove the skillet from the heat, and spoon the ricotta mixture evenly over the thighs. Pour marinara sauce around and on top of the chicken.
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Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for about 25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the juices run clear.
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Top each thigh with mozzarella cheese and bake for another 2 to 3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Garnish with parsley before serving.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| 378 | Calories |
| 23g | Fat |
| 14g | Carbs |
| 28g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
| Calories 378 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 23g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat 7g | 37% |
| Cholesterol 91mg | 30% |
| Sodium 769mg | 33% |
| Total Carbohydrate 14g | 5% |
| Dietary Fiber 3g | 9% |
| Total Sugars 9g | |
| Protein 28g | 56% |
| Vitamin C 5mg | 5% |
| Calcium 257mg | 20% |
| Iron 2mg | 11% |
| Potassium 510mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
Evaluation :
5/5