Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups fresh bread crumbs
  • 1 1/2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese (4 1/2 ounces)
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1/2 cup grated Provolone cheese (1 1/2 ounces)
  • 1/2 cup coarsely chopped basil
  • 1/4 cup coarsely chopped flat-leaf parsley
  • Finely grated zest of 2 lemons
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped rosemary
  • 16 boneless chicken thighs with skin (about 5 ounces each)
  • Salt and freshly ground pepper

Method

  • Preheat the oven to 450.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the fresh bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, eggs, Provolone, chopped basil, chopped parsley, lemon zest and rosemary.
  • Set the chicken thighs, skin side down, on a work surface and season with salt and freshly ground pepper.
  • Mound 1/4 cup of the herb-and-cheese filling on each thigh.
  • Fold the sides of the thighs over the filling to enclose it and tie each chicken thigh in 2 or 3 places with kitchen string.
  • Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
  • Arrange the stuffed chicken thighs on a large, rimmed baking sheet and roast for about 35 minutes, or until golden brown.
  • Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes, then discard the strings and serve.