Mediterranean Baked Chicken Recipe With Truffle Aioli Is Crazy Good (4 Ingredients, 30 Minutes) by Elisa Schmitz

If you've ever spread mayonnaise on chicken before baking it, then you know how moist and delicious the chicken can taste. I recently took that idea a step further when my husband gifted me a jar of truffle aioli. Rather than dip all of my french fries into the whole jar (which would have been very easy to do since it's truly addictive), I decided to see how the aioli would taste on some chicken thighs I had waiting in the fridge. The answer? Amazing. This Mediterranean baked chicken recipe with truffle aioli is crazy good!

Truffles are a rare fungus cultivated and harvested from natural environments such as where they grow underground or on tree roots. Edible black truffles are sought after for their intense and savory umami flavor, and they're used in Italian, French and other Mediterranean countries' cuisines. Black truffles are rich in antioxidants, along with the other health benefits of truffles.

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Historically, aioli is a sauce made of a garlic and olive oil emulsion, with origins in Mediterranean cooking. These days, it's common to find aioli that's more similar to mayonnaise, incorporating egg yolks and lemon juice. Check out the health benefits of garlic and the health benefits of olive oil. Together, truffles and aioli combine to create incredible flavor while helping contribute to a healthier Mediterranean diet. You can find aioli readily available in jars at the supermarket, or you can make your own aioli.

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In this simple Mediterranean recipe, truffle aioli helps to keep the chicken moist as well as add phenomenal flavor. With only four ingredients and in just about 30 minutes, this crazy good chicken is ready to serve. The high-protein recipe pairs perfectly with just about any grain, pasta, salad or vegetable. Check out the health benefits of protein, and learn about the health benefits of the Mediterranean Diet.

To make this easy, delicious chicken dish, here are the gluten-free ingredients you'll need to gather: boneless/skinless chicken thighs, truffle aioli, Parmesan cheese and garlic powder. Simply mix up the aioli Parmesan topping then spread it over the chicken in a baking dish. Bake until the chicken is cooked through and golden, then serve however you like. Plus, learn why Parmesan is one of the healthier cheeses.

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Serve this incredibly flavorful baked chicken for dinner with rice or your favorite side dishes. You may never think of truffle aioli for just your fries ever again. So versatile and simply irresistible!

Cuisine: Mediterranean
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes (ovens vary)
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds boneless/skinless chicken thighs
• 1/2 cup truffle aioli
• 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated or shredded
• 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• salt and pepper, to taste (optional, but I used about 1 teaspoon of each)

Here's how to make it:

1. Place the chicken into a 13x9-inch baking dish that's been sprayed with cooking spray. Season the chicken on both sides with salt and pepper, to taste, if desired. (Instead of chicken thighs, you could use boneless/skinless chicken breasts, though you may have to adjust cooking time.)
   
2. In a small mixing bowl, add the aioli, Parmesan cheese and garlic powder.
   
3. Stir to combine.
   
4. Spread the mixture over the chicken, ensuring that it's completely coated in the mixture.
   
5. Bake in an oven that's been preheated to 400 degrees F until the chicken is cooked through and golden, about 20 minutes. (Chicken is considered done when it reaches 165 degrees F on a food thermometer.)
   
6. Remove from oven and serve. Garnish with fresh herbs, if desired.
   
7. Store leftover chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat in the microwave.
   

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