Crispy Chicken Thighs with Poblanos and Onions

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
14%
Crispy Chicken Thighs with Poblanos and Onions
45 min.
6
556kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your dinner game with a dish that's not only hearty but also bursting with flavor? Look no further than these Crispy Chicken Thighs with Poblanos and Onions. Perfect for any meal occasion, whether it's a cozy lunch or an impressive dinner gathering, this recipe offers a delightful fusion of smoky, spicy, and savory notes that will tantalize your taste buds.

For those who are gluten-free or dairy-free, this dish shines brightly as it adheres to your dietary preferences without sacrificing taste. The succulent chicken thighs, with their crispy skin and juicy meat, are the stars of the show here. They pair wonderfully with the vibrant poblano peppers and sweet onions, which add depth and a hint of smokiness to the dish.

In just 45 minutes, you can serve up a plate that not only looks beautiful but is also rich in protein and satisfies cravings without weighing you down. Whether you’re sharing this meal with family or impressing friends at a dinner party, the combination of textures and flavors will make this dish a memorable centerpiece on your table. Don’t forget to sprinkle it with fresh cilantro and crumbled queso blanco for that perfect finishing touch!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • teaspoons kosher salt 
  • 0.5 teaspoon paprika 
  • teaspoon pepper freshly ground
  • large poblano pepper seeded chopped
  • 0.3 cup queso asadero crumbled
  • 3.5 lb chicken thighs bone-in ( 7 thighs)
  • teaspoons vegetable oil 
  • 0.5 large onion white chopped

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. Place poblano peppers and chopped onion in skillet.
  7. Place chicken, skin sides up, in skillet.
  8. Bake at 400 for 25 to 30 minutes.
  9. Remove from oven, and top with chopped fresh cilantro and crumbled queso blanco.

Nutrition Facts

Calories556kcal
Protein28.01%
Fat67.08%
Carbs4.91%

Properties

Glycemic Index
19.33
Glycemic Load
0.55
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
22.245217509892%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
3.86mg
Isorhamnetin
0.63mg
Kaempferol
0.13mg
Quercetin
4.7mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:555.87kcal
27.79%
Fat:41.11g
63.25%
Saturated Fat:11.65g
72.83%
Carbohydrates:6.77g
2.26%
Net Carbohydrates:4.97g
1.81%
Sugar:3.18g
3.54%
Cholesterol:227.8mg
75.93%
Sodium:1113.26mg
48.4%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:38.62g
77.25%
Vitamin C:67.07mg
81.3%
Selenium:42.15µg
60.22%
Vitamin B3:10.88mg
54.4%
Vitamin B6:0.98mg
48.78%
Phosphorus:456.2mg
45.62%
Vitamin B12:1.44µg
23.99%
Vitamin B5:2.39mg
23.94%
Zinc:3.12mg
20.78%
Vitamin B2:0.35mg
20.62%
Potassium:658.33mg
18.81%
Vitamin K:16.35µg
15.57%
Vitamin B1:0.22mg
14.69%
Vitamin A:671.95IU
13.44%
Magnesium:53.24mg
13.31%
Iron:1.92mg
10.65%
Manganese:0.2mg
10.11%
Copper:0.18mg
9.07%
Fiber:1.8g
7.19%
Calcium:67.24mg
6.72%
Vitamin E:0.97mg
6.46%
Folate:17.87µg
4.47%
Vitamin D:0.22µg
1.5%
Source:My Recipes