Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Thighs Smothered and Stuffed with Awesome

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a 9-inch square pan with parchment paper.'}

2. 2

   {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Lay chicken thighs on a flat work surface. Trim asparagus spears to extend 2 inches longer than chicken thighs. Reserve 3 tablespoons mozzarella; set aside. Divide remaining mozzarella on top each thigh; top with 3 asparagus spears. Roll thigh around filling. Wrap 1 bacon strip around each thigh; secure with a 12-inch piece twine, ensuring bacon ends are secured. Place stuffed thighs in the prepared pan.'}

3. 3

   {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center and juices run clear, 30 to 40 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into centers should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).'}

4. 4

   {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Meanwhile, melt butter in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Add jalapeños; cook until soft, 1 to 2 minutes. Add flour; cook, stirring continuously, until golden, 1 to 2 minutes. Add milk, ⅓ cup at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens, about 7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper; add reserved 3 tablespoons mozzarella, gently stirring until melted.'}

5. 5

   {'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Remove and discard twine; smother with sauce to serve.'}

📊 Nutrition Facts

Per serving (4 servings total)