If you’re looking for a different way to prepare chicken thighs, this recipe is perfect! Juicy meat filled with vegetables and topped with melted cheese makes this dish truly special. You can adjust the recipe by adding other vegetables of your choice. For extra juiciness, marinate the chicken in olive oil, lemon juice, and spices before baking.
Ingredients:
- 4 chicken thighs (with skin and bone)
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 small broccoli
- 1 onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 100g grated mozzarella
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 2 teaspoons olive oil for brushing the chicken
Instructions:
In a skillet, heat a teaspoon of olive oil and sauté the onion and garlic until translucent. Add the chopped red bell pepper, zucchini, and tomato sauce. Sauté until the vegetables are softened. Season with salt, pepper, and oregano. Let the mixture cool while you prepare the chicken. Carefully cut along the bone of each chicken thigh to create a pocket for stuffing. Fill with the prepared vegetable mixture, being careful not to overstuff. Brush each thigh with a little olive oil and season to taste. Place the stuffed chicken thighs in a baking dish and drizzle with a little white wine for extra moisture. Cover with aluminum foil and bake in a preheated oven at 200°C for about 30 minutes. Then, remove the foil, sprinkle grated mozzarella on top, and bake for another 10-15 minutes, until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
