Sweet and Savory Date-Stuffed Chicken Thighs

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Juicy chicken thighs stuffed with sweet dates and aromatic spices, inspired by Middle Eastern flavors and kid-friendly sweetness. This Middle Eastern-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, Medjool dates, pitted and chopped, goat cheese for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 30 min Serves 6 Middle Eastern cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Pat dry 6 boneless skinless chicken thighs and season both sides with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp ground cumin, and 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, mix 1/2 cup chopped Medjool dates with 1/4 cup goat cheese until combined.
  3. Step 3: Using a sharp knife, carefully slit a pocket into the thickest part of each chicken thigh without cutting through.
  4. Step 4: Stuff each chicken thigh pocket with about 2 tbsp of the date and goat cheese mixture, pressing to fill evenly.
  5. Step 5: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in an ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the stuffed chicken thighs for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  6. Step 6: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 15-20 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the stuffing is warm and set.

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