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stuffed chicken thighs in wine sauce

Stuffed Chicken Thighs in Wine Sauce

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Calories 373kcal

Servings

6 Servings

Ingredients

  • 4 ounces ground chicken
  • ½ cup oats
  • 1 large onion minced (divided)
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 8 large skinless boneless chicken thighs about 2 1/2 pounds total
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 6 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 cup dry red wine
  • 1 15-ounce can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 bay leaf

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl combine ground chicken, oats, ¼ of minced onion, egg, parsley, salt and pepper.  
  • Place 1 chicken thigh on work surface and fill with 2 tablespoons stuffing. Wrap chicken thigh around filling and tie with kitchen string. Repeat with remaining thighs and stuffing. Sprinkle with salt and pepper around the outside. 
  • Heat evoo in a large saute pan. Add chicken and cook until golden on all sides, about 10 minutes. Transfer to plate. Add remaining minced onion and garlic, saute until soft. Add wine, crushed tomatoes, and bay leaf, gently place chicken thighs in sauce. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, simmer uncovered until chicken is cooked through, about 35 minutes.  Use a meat thermometer to check the inside of the chicken to be sure it is over 165°F.
  • Serve over noodles, mashed potatoes, or rice.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Stuffed Chicken Thighs in Wine Sauce
Amount per Serving
Calories
373
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
13.4
g
21
%
Cholesterol
 
174
mg
58
%
Sodium
 
527
mg
23
%
Carbohydrates
 
13.3
g
4
%
Sugar
 
4.5
g
5
%
Protein
 
36
g
72
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.