Menu Idea
Spinach Stuffed Chicken Thighs
Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
60 mins
Serves:
4 to 6 servings
Level:
Intermediate
Juicy chicken thighs stuffed with a savory spinach filling, seasoned to perfection. This delicious dish combines tender chicken with the earthy flavor of spinach for a flavorful and nutritious meal.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1/2 cup chopped onion
10-ounce frozen spinach
Kosher or coarse salt (to taste)
Freshly ground pepper (to taste)
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
1/4 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup crumbled feta
8 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on, about 2 1/2 pounds)
2 tablespoons olive oil
Preparation
Gather the ingredients.
Preheat the oven to 400 F. Lightly oil a rimmed baking sheet or line it with foil and spray with nonstick spray.
Heat the butter in a medium-sized skillet over medium heat until melted. Sauté the onion for 2 minutes until tender, then add the spinach, season with salt and pepper, and cook until the spinach is cooked and most of the moisture is evaporated—about 4 minutes.
Add the red pepper flakes, if desired, and the cream. Cook for another 3 minutes until the cream has blended into the spinach. Stir in the feta and cool so that it's just slightly warm or room temperature. Check for seasoning.
Loosen the skin from each thigh and place a couple of tablespoons of the spinach mixture under the skin, spreading it out beneath the skin. Brush the skin with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.Â
Roast for about 45 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (an internal temperature of 165 F.). Serve hot or warm.
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Can I substitute the heavy cream?
Yes, you can substitute 3/4 cup milk and 1/3 cup butter.
PRODUCT IN THIS RECIPE:
Olivivero Spinach