A stuffed chicken thigh is almost always better than a dry breast disguised as a serious dinner. Here, we’re going for an everyday recipe, quick, filling, with a soft stuffing and turkey bacon that brings that golden-salty side without complicating the evening.
Out of the oven, the chicken is golden around the edges, with a tender stuffing peeking out and smelling of warm garlic, paprika, and cooking juices. The turkey bacon tightens around the meat, crisps in places, and keeps the inside nicely juicy. In the dish, the remaining stuffing absorbs the drippings: it gets darker, more flavorful, almost better than expected.
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