PESTO CHICKEN SPIRALS

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Adapted from Cooking Light a few years ago. Can be frozen ahead. Serve as appetizers or as an entree. As an entree, it makes 6 servings.

Provided by echo echo

Categories     Chicken Thigh & Leg

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 boneless skinless chicken thighs
nonstick cooking spray
2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
6 garlic cloves, crushed
1 1/2 cups basil leaves
1 1/2 cups chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Flatten chicken thighs.
  • MAKE PESTO: Microwave oil and garlic together on HIGH 40 seconds; process with basil through pepper in a food processor.
  • Spread about 1 tsp pesto down center of each thigh, leaving a ¼-inch border on short ends.
  • Starting at a short end, roll each thigh up with pesto inside and secure with a toothpick.
  • Arrange rolls ½ inch apart, seam sides down, in a 13 x 9-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray.
  • Bake at 375° until a cooking thermometer registers 170° (about 30 minutes), turning rolls after 15 minutes.
  • IMPORTANT: Cool, transfer to a covered container and refrigerate overnight.
  • Remove toothpicks and cut each roll crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 201, Fat 7.7, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 116, Sodium 541.7, Carbohydrate 3.1, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 0.2, Protein 29

Kerry Blankenship
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I had some cooked chicken in the fridge and I was looking for a way to use it up. This recipe was perfect. The chicken spirals were delicious and they were a great way to change up the leftovers.


Carmela Islas
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I'm not a big fan of pesto, but I decided to try this recipe anyway. I'm so glad I did! The chicken spirals were delicious and the pesto sauce was not overpowering. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Aron Prasad
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This recipe is amazing! The chicken spirals were cooked to perfection and the pesto sauce was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Zahra Mohammed
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the chicken spirals are always a hit with my family. I highly recommend this recipe.


Dorah Rakanang
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken spirals were moist and flavorful, and the pesto sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this recipe again and again.


Khairul Letan
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This recipe is a great way to add some variety to your weeknight meals. The chicken spirals are easy to make and they are always a hit with my family. I highly recommend this recipe.


Sabii Malik
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the chicken spirals and they were asking for the recipe. I was so happy to share this recipe with others.


Qasim G
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This recipe was a little bit time-consuming to make, but it was worth it. The chicken spirals were delicious and they were a big hit with my family. I will definitely be making this recipe again for special occasions.


Maqsood Awan
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I am always looking for new and exciting recipes to try. This pesto chicken spirals recipe definitely fit the bill. The chicken was cooked to perfection and the pesto sauce was amazing. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Queen Shontyara
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I made this recipe for my kids and they loved it! They said it was the best chicken they had ever had. I was so happy to find a recipe that my kids would enjoy.


Rick Holmes
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I had some cooked chicken in the fridge and I was looking for a way to use it up. This recipe was perfect. The chicken spirals were delicious and they were a great way to change up the leftovers.


Noelle Wong
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I am not a big fan of pesto, but I decided to try this recipe anyway. I was surprised at how much I liked it! The pesto sauce was not overpowering and it complemented the chicken perfectly.


Aashika Kisku
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the chicken spirals and they were asking for the recipe. I will definitely be making this again for future parties.


SH Sunny
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I loved how easy this recipe was to make. I was able to get dinner on the table in no time. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the pesto sauce was amazing.


the potato man
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This pesto chicken spirals recipe was a hit with my family! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the pesto sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


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