It’s amazing how fast and easy it is to create delicious foods! You will be amazed by this tasty recipe, and it’s rich, nutty yet fresh flavor. This is a great source of fat and protein. I bet your kids will like it too!
Ingredients
- 3 oz (84 g) macadamia nuts
- ½ cup (8 g) chopped basil
- 3 tbsp (45 ml) olive oil
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) MCT or coconut oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- ½ tsp sea salt
- 4 boneless chicken thighs, about 4 oz (112 g) each
How to Make It
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C).
- Add the macadamia nuts, basil, olive oil, MCT or coconut oil, garlic and salt to a small food processor. Mix on the high setting until a coarse paste is formed.
- Wash the chicken thighs and pat them dry; lay them flat, inside up in a glass oven pan. Place about 2 tablespoons (30 g) of the macadamia pesto filling on each chicken thigh. Fold the thighs close, then spread the leftover pesto on top.
- Bake for 30 minutes. When the thighs are done, place them under the broiler on high heat for 5 minutes to brown the top.
| Nutrition Facts |
Serving Size 1 |
Nutritional Value Per Serving | Calories 1502 kcal Calories from Fat: 1116 kcal |
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% Daily Value*
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| Total Fat 124 g 354% |
Trans Fat 0.0 g |
carbohydrates 14 g 11% |
Dietary Fiber 7 g 18% |
Protein 96 g 192% |
* Above mentioned %DVs (Percent Daily Values) are based on 2,000 calorie food intake.
DVs (Daily values) may be vary depending upon individuals daily calorie needs. Above nutritional values are estimates and should only be used as a guide for approximation. They are not allfoodchef.com recommendations. Calculations are based on average weight of 194 lbs. and ages of 19 to 50 years. |