Crunchy Baked Pesto Chicken Thighs

Crunchy Baked Pesto Chicken Thighs

Easy and flavorful baked chicken thighs amped up with pesto!

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Yield:
4 servings
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • ½ cup panko bread crumbs
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • ½ tablespoon olive oil
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 3 tablespoons prepared pesto

Directions

Step 1
Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2
Combine panko, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.

Step 3
Place chicken thighs onto the prepared baking sheet and coat each side with pesto. Press panko mixture onto chicken.

Step 4
Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 20 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

339
Calories
22g
Fat
11g
Carbs
26g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 339
% Daily Value *
Total Fat22g 28%
Saturated Fat7g 34%
Cholesterol83mg 28%
Sodium517mg 22%
Total Carbohydrate11g 4%
Dietary Fiber0g 1%
Total Sugars0g
Protein26g
Vitamin C1mg 5%
Calcium203mg 16%
Iron2mg 9%
Potassium217mg 5%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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