{"id":726,"date":"2025-02-02T08:55:49","date_gmt":"2025-02-01T19:55:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shadowfoot.com\/recipe\/?p=726"},"modified":"2025-02-02T08:55:49","modified_gmt":"2025-02-01T19:55:49","slug":"parmesan-chicken-thighs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/shadowfoot.com\/recipe\/parmesan-chicken-thighs\/","title":{"rendered":"Parmesan Chicken Thighs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>These Parmesan Chicken Thighs are tender, juicy, and coated in a rich tomato and herb sauce, finished with a melty cheese topping and a sprinkle of crispy fried shallots for added crunch. The combination of herbs, garlic, and Parmesan creates a comforting, flavour-packed dish that\u2019s perfect for any night of the week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Easy to prepare and cooked in one pan, this recipe is both simple and satisfying. Serve with a side of crusty bread or over pasta to soak up the delicious sauce!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ingredients<\/strong> (for 2 servings)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 300g total), pounded to an even thickness<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd teaspoon salt<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd teaspoon ground black pepper<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd teaspoon dried herb mix (basil, oregano, thyme, and rosemary)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tablespoon olive oil<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd cup chopped onion<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd tablespoon minced garlic<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 (400g) can crushed tomatoes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pinch of smoked paprika<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd teaspoon dried basil<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd teaspoon sugar <em>(to balance the acidity of the tomatoes)<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd cup shredded cheese blend <em>(Mozzarella &amp; Parmesan mix)<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bc cup crushed crispy fried shallots or toasted breadcrumbs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Method<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>I use a cast iron pan for this.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-dominant-color=\"bd937d\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #bd937d;\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/ywAAAAAAQABAAACAUwAOw==\" fifu-lazy=\"1\" fifu-data-sizes=\"auto\" fifu-data-srcset=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/shadowfoot.com\/recipe\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/02\/img_9301-1-1024x915.webp?ssl=1&w=75&resize=75&ssl=1 75w, https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/shadowfoot.com\/recipe\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/02\/img_9301-1-1024x915.webp?ssl=1&w=100&resize=100&ssl=1 100w, https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/shadowfoot.com\/recipe\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/02\/img_9301-1-1024x915.webp?ssl=1&w=150&resize=150&ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/shadowfoot.com\/recipe\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/02\/img_9301-1-1024x915.webp?ssl=1&w=240&resize=240&ssl=1 240w, https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/shadowfoot.com\/recipe\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/02\/img_9301-1-1024x915.webp?ssl=1&w=320&resize=320&ssl=1 320w, https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/shadowfoot.com\/recipe\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/02\/img_9301-1-1024x915.webp?ssl=1&w=500&resize=500&ssl=1 500w, https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/shadowfoot.com\/recipe\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/02\/img_9301-1-1024x915.webp?ssl=1&w=640&resize=640&ssl=1 640w, https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/shadowfoot.com\/recipe\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/02\/img_9301-1-1024x915.webp?ssl=1&w=800&resize=800&ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/shadowfoot.com\/recipe\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/02\/img_9301-1-1024x915.webp?ssl=1&w=1024&resize=1024&ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/shadowfoot.com\/recipe\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/02\/img_9301-1-1024x915.webp?ssl=1&w=1280&resize=1280&ssl=1 1280w, https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/shadowfoot.com\/recipe\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/02\/img_9301-1-1024x915.webp?ssl=1&w=1600&resize=1600&ssl=1 1600w\" fifu-data-src=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/shadowfoot.com\/recipe\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/02\/img_9301-1-1024x915.webp?ssl=1\" class=\"wp-image-732 not-transparent\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Prepare the chicken thighs:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Trim excess fat if needed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mix the dried herbs with the salt and pepper.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sprinkle the herb mix evenly over the chicken, pressing in lightly<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Season the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and dried herb mix.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pound the chicken thighs lightly between baking paper or cling film with a rolling pin or meat mallet to even out thickness <em>(this helps them cook evenly)<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cook the chicken:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a pan over medium heat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cook for 4-5 minutes per side, until golden brown. Remove from the pan.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make the sauce:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Add onion and garlic to the same pan; cook for 2-3 minutes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stir in crushed tomatoes, basil, and sugar. <br \/><em>Tip: Consider using fresh basil later in the cooking process.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Return the chicken thighs to the pan and bring to a simmer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cook uncovered for 18-20 minutes, flipping once halfway through.<br \/><em>Tip: Consider adding fresh herbs toward the end of cooking instead of dried herbs at the beginning.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add cheese and finish:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sprinkle shredded cheese over the chicken.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cover and cook for 2 minutes until the cheese melts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Top with crispy fried shallots or toasted breadcrumbs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sprinkle with finely chopped fresh parsley.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>These Parmesan Chicken Thighs are tender, juicy, and coated in a rich tomato and herb sauce, finished with a melty cheese topping and a sprinkle of crispy fried shallots for added crunch. The combination of herbs, garlic, and Parmesan creates a comforting, flavour-packed dish that\u2019s perfect for any night of the week. Easy to prepare [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":733,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"fifu_image_url":"","fifu_image_alt":"","_bluesky_dont_syndicate":"1","_bluesky_syndication_accounts":"","_bluesky_syndication_text":"","_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[15,28],"tags":[123,63,47,146,143,144,149,147,108],"class_list":["post-726","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-poultry","category-tips","tag-basil","tag-chicken","tag-garlic","tag-herbs","tag-oregano","tag-paprika","tag-parslely","tag-rosemary","tag-thyme"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/shadowfoot.com\/recipe\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/02\/img_9303-e1738439842185.webp?fit=2000%2C1500&ssl=1","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack-related-posts":[{"id":169,"url":"https:\/\/shadowfoot.com\/recipe\/baked-chicken-thighs\/","url_meta":{"origin":726,"position":0},"title":"Baked Chicken Thighs","author":"Brian","date":"27 April 2013","format":false,"excerpt":"These Baked Chicken Thighs are coated in a crispy, golden crust of breadcrumbs, Parmesan, and parsley, offering a deliciously simple way to elevate your meal. 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