Baked Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Thighs Recipe
These Baked Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Thighs are a delicious and elegant dish perfect for a comforting dinner. Tender chicken thighs are filled with a savory mushroom mixture and baked to perfection, creating a flavorful and satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
- Yield: 15 stuffed chicken thighs 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 15 boneless chicken thighs (skinless or skin-on)
- 1/2 large onion, finely grated
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp Mrs. Dash or your favorite salt-free seasoning (plus extra for topping)
For the Mushroom Stuffing:
- 1 lb mushrooms
- 1/2 large onion, finely diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 2 tbsp flour
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl, combine chicken thighs, grated onion, mayonnaise, salt, and Mrs. Dash. Mix well and refrigerate while preparing the mushroom stuffing.
- Prepare the Mushroom Stuffing: Rinse and slice the mushrooms. Dice the onion. Cook mushrooms and onion in olive oil until tender. Season with salt, pepper, and flour to make a thick mixture.
- Stuff the Chicken Thighs: Place mushroom filling on chicken thighs and roll. Arrange in a baking pan.
- Bake: Bake covered, then uncovered, until cooked through.
- Crisp the Tops (Optional): Broil the chicken for a crispy finish.
Notes
- You can customize the seasoning of the chicken and stuffing to suit your taste preferences.
- Ensure the chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F for safety.
- Save the pan juices for a flavorful gravy or sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken thigh
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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