Cheese and Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Thigh Rolls with Sweet Chili Glaze: A 5-Star Flavor Explosion

Cheese and Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Thigh Rolls with Sweet Chili Glaze: A 5-Star Flavor Explosion

Summary

Experience a luxurious dinner with these Cheese and Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Thigh Rolls with Sweet Chili Glaze. Succulent chicken thighs are stuffed with a savory blend of cheese and mushrooms, then glazed with a tangy-sweet chili sauce and roasted to perfection. This dish offers a divine harmony of textures and flavors, making it perfect for dinner parties, special family meals, or even a gourmet weekday treat.

This recipe delivers not only incredible taste but also a stunning presentation—rolled and roasted chicken that’s golden on the outside, juicy and cheesy on the inside. The sweet chili glaze offers the perfect balance of heat and sweetness.

Prep Time, Cook Time, Total Time, Servings, Calories

• Prep Time: 25 minutes
• Cook Time: 35 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour
• Servings: 4 servings
• Calories: Approx. 470 kcal per serving

Course & Cuisine

• Course: Main Course
• Cuisine: Fusion (Modern European with Southeast Asian flair)

Ingredients

For the Stuffed Chicken:

• 8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 cup button mushrooms, finely chopped
• 1/2 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup cream cheese
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Toothpicks or kitchen twine for securing the rolls

For the Sweet Chili Glaze:

• 1/3 cup sweet chili sauce
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional for extra heat)
• Juice of 1 lime

 

Equipment

• Frying pan
• Mixing bowls
• Baking dish or oven-safe skillet
• Oven
• Toothpicks or twine
• Meat mallet (optional)
• Aluminum foil

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Chicken

1. If needed, lightly pound the chicken thighs to an even thickness using a meat mallet.
2. Season each thigh with salt and pepper on both sides.

Step 2: Make the Filling

3. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté chopped onions for 2 minutes, then add garlic and mushrooms.
4. Cook until mushrooms release their moisture and become golden (about 6-7 minutes).
5. Transfer to a bowl and let cool slightly.
6. Add shredded mozzarella, cream cheese, and chopped parsley. Mix to combine.