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Grilled Marinara Chicken

Sneak some italian herbs and marinara sauce under the skin of the chicken thighs before grilling.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Servings - 4 servings

Ingredients 

  • 12 bone-in chicken thighs with skin
  • 1 tsp fresh basil, oregano, thyme each
  • 26 oz. jar marinara sauce
  • Salt and pepper
  • 12 oz. box whole wheat rotini pasta
  • grated Parmesan cheese garnish
  • 2 large broccoli heads cut into florets

Instructions

  • Chop the herbs.
  • Stuff the herbs under the skin on the chicken thighs.
  • Spoon in some sauce (just like with the salsa in the Grilled Salsa Chicken.) Season with salt and pepper.
  • Grill for 8 to 10 minutes, or until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165 F.
  • Cook pasta as directed on box. Serve with remaining marinara sauce and Parmesan cheese (optional).
  • Steam broccoli florets.
  • Serve Grilled Marinara Chicken with Pasta and Broccoli.