Chicken Legs with Ricotta and Bacon Stuffing

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 0
Chicken Legs with Ricotta and Bacon Stuffing
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

1 hour 10 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

6 chicken legs with thigh ( drums and thighs attached )
1/2 ounce butter , melted
2 slices bacon , finely chopped ( rind romoved )
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 small onion , diced
1 clove garlic , crushed
8 ounces ricotta cheese
1 egg , beaten
2 tablespoons freshly grated parmesan cheese
1 cup fresh breadcrumb
1/4 cup fresh parsley , chopped
2 tablespoons fresh chives , chopped
2 tablespoons fresh tarragon , chopped
1 pinch nutmeg

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
600
Sugar
2g
Fat
42g
Chicken Legs with Ricotta and Bacon Stuffing is a flavorful and satisfying meal that makes for great comfort food. The stuffing of ricotta cheese, bacon and herbs adds rich flavor and texture to the chicken perfectly. The chicken is crispy on the outside, moist and juicy on the inside, and it ensures to fill everyone up. This meal is perfect to gather around the dinner table or to serve for special occasions.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.In a large bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, egg, parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, parsley, chives, tarragon, nutmeg, bacon, onion, garlic, and salt.
3.Carefully lift the skin from the chicken legs and spread some of the stuffing between the skin and the meat on each leg.
4.Brush each leg with the melted butter and season with salt and pepper.
5.Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken legs to the skillet, skin side down, and cook for 5 minutes or until golden brown. Flip the legs over and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
6.Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast for 30-35 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the stuffing is golden brown.
7.Remove the chicken legs from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.

PROS

The combination of ricotta cheese and bacon stuffing gives the chicken legs a decadent and rich flavor.

This dish is perfect for a special occasions meal or as a hearty weeknight dinner.

CONS

This dish is high in calories and fat due to the addition of cheese and bacon.

It may not be suitable for those on a restricted diet or looking to eat light.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The chicken in this recipe is a great source of protein and essential nutrients.
The addition of tarragon, a herb with anti-inflammatory properties, can aid in digestion and promote overall health.

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