Crispy Baked Pesto Chicken Thighs
Ingredients List
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½ cup panko bread crumbs
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½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
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½ tablespoon olive oil
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¼ teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon pepper
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1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
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3 tablespoons prepared pesto
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a bowl, mix together panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
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Arrange the chicken thighs on the prepared baking sheet, coating each side with pesto. Press the panko mixture onto the chicken to adhere.
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Bake in the preheated oven until the chicken is fully cooked, the juices run clear, and an internal thermometer reads 165°F (74°C), about 20 minutes.
Nutrition Information (per serving)
| 339 | Calories |
| 22g | Fat |
| 11g | Carbs |
| 26g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
| Calories 339 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 22g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat 7g | 34% |
| Cholesterol 83mg | 28% |
| Sodium 517mg | 22% |
| Total Carbohydrate 11g | 4% |
| Dietary Fiber 0g | 1% |
| Total Sugars 0g | |
| Protein 26g | 53% |
| Vitamin C 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium 203mg | 16% |
| Iron 2mg | 9% |
| Potassium 217mg | 5% |
* 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