{"id":82199,"date":"2024-03-12T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-03-12T08:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2024\/03\/12\/pesto-baked-chicken-thighs\/"},"modified":"2024-03-12T08:00:00","modified_gmt":"2024-03-12T08:00:00","slug":"pesto-baked-chicken-thighs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2024\/03\/12\/pesto-baked-chicken-thighs\/","title":{"rendered":"Pesto Baked Chicken Thighs"},"content":{"rendered":"


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Sometimes we post what we\u2019re eating on Instagram<\/a> and you want the recipe right away<\/em>. Waiting for good things is hard<\/em>, but you\u2019ve proved you can do hard things. The wait for our pesto baked chicken thighs is finally over, and we have a feeling the recipe will be on repeat in your kitchens!<\/p>\n

This garlicky, herby dish comes together in just 20 minutes<\/strong> and pairs well with just about anything, including salads<\/a>, pasta<\/a>, potatoes<\/a>, and roasted veggies<\/a>. Let\u2019s make it!<\/p>\n

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These EASY pesto baked chicken thighs begin with seasoning the chicken with garlic powder, dried Italian herbs, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, and PESTO<\/a>! The mixture is savory and salty with a little herbiness and a kick of heat.<\/p>\n

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Next, we sear the chicken in a cast iron skillet<\/a> to create a golden brown exterior<\/strong> that seals in its juiciness. Another 5-10 more minutes in the oven and it\u2019s cooked through. Letting it rest for an additional 5 minutes out of the oven allows the meat to reabsorb its juices, leaving you with tender, perfectly cooked<\/strong> chicken!<\/p>\n

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We hope you LOVE this pesto chicken! It\u2019s:<\/p>\n

Herby
Garlicky
A little spicy
Savory
Juicy on the inside
Golden on the outside
& SO versatile!<\/p>\n

This dish is a great staple entr\u00e9e to have in your rotation because it pairs well with almost anything! It\u2019s delicious with roasted veggies (potatoes<\/a>, eggplant<\/a>, and\/or asparagus<\/a>), pesto pasta salad<\/a>, green salads<\/a>, and so much more.<\/p>\n

More Easy, Satisfying Entr\u00e9es<\/h2>\n

If you try this recipe, let us know! Leave a comment, rate it, and don\u2019t forget to tag a photo\u00a0@minimalistbaker<\/a>\u00a0on Instagram. Cheers, friends!<\/p>\n

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Prep Time <\/span>5 minutes<\/span><\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Cook Time <\/span>15 minutes<\/span><\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Total Time <\/span>20 minutes<\/span><\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Servings <\/span>4<\/span> (Chicken thighs)<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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Course <\/span>Entr\u00e9e<\/span><\/p>\n

Cuisine <\/span>Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free<\/span><\/p>\n

Freezer Friendly <\/span>No<\/span><\/p>\n

Does it keep? <\/span>2-3 Days<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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