Spicy Stuffed Chicken Thighs

May 13, 2023May 13, 20230 3

How to Cook Spicy Stuffed Chicken Thighs

by The Chefin Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	10 boneless , skinless chicken thighs
	5 hot Italian sausage links , casings removed
	1 green bell pepper , diced
	1 onion , diced ( optional )
	8 ounces canned diced tomatoes , with juices
	1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
	1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

318

Sugar

Fat

18g

These spicy stuffed chicken thighs are a delicious and flavorful main dish that is sure to impress your dinner guests. The combination of hot Italian sausage, green bell pepper, and diced tomatoes creates a flavorful stuffing that is wrapped up in tender chicken thighs. This dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, as it is both quick and easy to make, but also elegant and tasty. The chicken is first seasoned with Italian seasoning and crushed red pepper flakes, then filled with the sausage stuffing and baked to perfection. The result is juicy, tender chicken with a dish full of flavor that you won't forget.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 400°F.
2.	In a large mixing bowl, combine the hot Italian sausage, diced green bell pepper, diced onion (if using), canned diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and crushed red pepper flakes.
3.	Divide the mixture evenly among the 10 chicken thighs, spooning it into each one and closing with toothpicks or kitchen twine.
4.	Bake for 35-40 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

PROS

The combination of hot Italian sausage, green bell pepper, and diced tomatoes makes for a flavorful and juicy stuffing.

This recipe is a great way to switch up your usual chicken dinner routine.

CONS

The spice level in this recipe may be too much for some people.

Removing the chicken skin may make the dish slightly less flavorful.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a great source of protein and is low in fat, making it a healthy choice for dinner.
Bell peppers are high in vitamin C, which can boost your immune system.