Crispy Chicken Thighs with Pasta and Pesto

Dairy Free
Health score
12%
Crispy Chicken Thighs with Pasta and Pesto
45 min.
6
708kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your dinner game with a dish that’s both delicious and satisfying? Look no further than these Crispy Chicken Thighs with Pasta and Pesto! This delightful recipe is not only dairy-free but also packed with flavor, making it a perfect choice for any meal of the day—be it lunch, dinner, or a special gathering with friends and family.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a hearty meal that serves six, ensuring everyone leaves the table happy and full. The star of the show, the chicken thighs, are seasoned to perfection and cooked until the skin is irresistibly crispy. Paired with cellentani pasta tossed in a vibrant arugula pesto, this dish is a feast for both the eyes and the palate.

With a caloric breakdown that balances protein, fat, and carbs, you can enjoy this main course guilt-free. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or just starting your culinary journey, this recipe is straightforward and rewarding. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to impress your loved ones with a meal that’s sure to become a family favorite!

Ingredients

  • cup chicken broth 
  • teaspoons kosher salt 
  • 0.5 teaspoon paprika 
  • ounces soup noodles 
  • teaspoon pepper freshly ground
  • servings basil pesto 
  • 3.5 lb chicken thighs bone-in ( 7 thighs)
  • teaspoons vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 40
  2. Sprinkle chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  3. Heat oil in a 12-inch cast-iron skillet over high heat until oil just begins to smoke.
  4. Place chicken in skillet, skin sides down; reduce heat to medium-high, and cook 15 minutes.
  5. Transfer chicken to a plate; discard drippings.
  6. Prepare pasta according to package directions. Toss with chicken broth and 3 Tbsp. Arugula Pesto.
  7. Add pasta mixture to skillet.
  8. Place chicken, skin sides up, on pasta.
  9. Bake at 400 for 25 to 30 minutes. Dollop with additional Arugula Pesto.
  10. Olives & Caperberries: Omit pasta, broth, and pesto. Prepare as directed through Step
  11. Cut 1 lemon into 1/4-inch-thick rounds. Stir together 1 cup pitted large Spanish olives, 1 cup large caperberries with stems, 1/4 cup coarsely chopped almonds, and 1/4 cup dry white wine in skillet; add lemon slices.
  12. Place chicken, skin sides up, in skillet.
  13. Bake as directed.
  14. Sprinkle with parsley.
  15. Poblanos & Onions: Omit pasta, chicken broth, and pesto. Prepare recipe as directed through Step
  16. Place 3 large poblano peppers, seeded and chopped, and 1/2 large white onion, chopped, in skillet.
  17. Place chicken, skin sides up, in skillet.
  18. Bake as directed.
  19. Remove from oven, and top with 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro and 1/4 cup crumbled queso blanco.
  20. Potatoes & Rosemary: Omit pasta, chicken broth, and pesto. Prepare recipe as directed through Step
  21. Place 2 lb. small fingerling potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch-thick pieces, in a single layer in skillet, and sprinkle with 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh rosemary and 1/4 tsp. salt.
  22. Place chicken, skin sides up, in skillet, and sprinkle with 1/4 tsp. chopped fresh rosemary.
  23. Bake as directed.

Nutrition Facts

Calories708kcal
Protein24.36%
Fat58.17%
Carbs17.47%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.83
Glycemic Load
11.39
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
19.966956573984%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:707.75kcal
35.39%
Fat:45.09g
69.37%
Saturated Fat:11.38g
71.11%
Carbohydrates:30.46g
10.15%
Net Carbohydrates:28.87g
10.5%
Sugar:1.68g
1.86%
Cholesterol:222.39mg
74.13%
Sodium:1236.34mg
53.75%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:42.48g
84.97%
Selenium:66.13µg
94.47%
Vitamin B3:11.19mg
55.97%
Phosphorus:429.41mg
42.94%
Vitamin B6:0.83mg
41.48%
Vitamin B5:2.46mg
24.6%
Vitamin B12:1.45µg
24.12%
Zinc:3.38mg
22.57%
Manganese:0.45mg
22.39%
Vitamin B2:0.35mg
20.31%
Potassium:560.79mg
16.02%
Magnesium:64.04mg
16.01%
Vitamin B1:0.21mg
13.97%
Iron:2.19mg
12.15%
Copper:0.24mg
11.8%
Vitamin A:562.52IU
11.25%
Vitamin K:8.2µg
7.81%
Fiber:1.59g
6.37%
Calcium:53.99mg
5.4%
Vitamin E:0.7mg
4.69%
Folate:13.69µg
3.42%
Vitamin D:0.22µg
1.5%