Description
Tender chicken thighs wrapped around gooey mozzarella and smoky bacon, seared until golden and baked to perfection.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked, crumbled bacon
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
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Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2. In a bowl, combine the shredded mozzarella cheese, crumbled bacon, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix well.
- 3. Lay the chicken thighs flat and season with salt and pepper. Spoon the cheese-and-bacon mixture into the center of each thigh, then roll and secure them with toothpicks.
- 4. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the stuffed chicken thighs on all sides until golden brown.
- 5. Transfer the seared thighs to a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- 6. Allow the Cheesy Bacon Stuffed Chicken Thighs to rest for 5 minutes before serving.