How To Make Crunchy Baked Pesto Chicken Thighs Recipe
Serves:
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup of basil pesto
- 1 cup of breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper on both sides.
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Spread a layer of basil pesto on each chicken thigh.
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In a shallow dish, mix together the breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese.
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Coat each chicken thigh in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing it onto the pesto to adhere.
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Place the coated chicken thighs on the prepared baking sheet.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the crust is crispy and golden brown.
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Serve the crunchy baked pesto chicken thighs with your choice of sides and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Calories : 350kcal
- Total Fat : 15g
- Saturated Fat : 3g
- Cholesterol : 105mg
- Sodium : 720mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 17g
- Dietary Fiber : 1g
- Sugars : 1g
- Protein : 33g
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