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SOUTHERN COMFORT
Canned Collard Greens Make This Crispy Chicken Dinner Almost Effortless
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5.0 (145)|(2 Reviews)Crispy skin-on chicken thighs roasted over seasoned canned greens that soak up savory pan drippings.
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By Julia Levy Freeman (Recipe Developer)•Published May 5, 2026
⏱ 55 mins
Simply Recipes / Julia Levy Freeman🔥 460 kcal
WHY MAKE THIS
- Saves 2 hours of simmering collard greens.
- Chicken skin gets extraordinarily crispy.
SOUTHERN COMFORT
Canned Collard Greens Make This Crispy Chicken Dinner Almost Effortless
Canned collard greens are already tender and seasoned. When you nestle bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs over the top in a hot skillet, the chicken drippings baste the greens as the skin turns paper-thin and shattering-crisp.
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time45 mins
Total Time55 mins
Servings4 servings
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Ingredients
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 cans (14 oz each) seasoned collard greens, drained slightly
- 1 tbsp olive oil & 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar & hot sauce to serve
Directions
1
Season chicken
Pat chicken dry thoroughly; rub skin with oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
2
Roast over greens
Spread collards in skillet. Nestle chicken thighs on top. Roast at 400°F (200°C) for 45 mins until skin is dark golden and crisp.
💡 CHEF'S PRO TIPS
- Patting chicken skin dry with paper towels is the secret to maximum crunch.
Nutrition Facts
Per ServingCalories460 kcal
Protein36g
Carbs12g
Total Fat28g
Sodium: 680mg
Fiber: 5g
Sugar: 2g
Community Reviews & Ratings
2 cooks have shared their thoughts on this recipe
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Sarah M.★★★★★
This has completely replaced my normal avocado toast! The beans blend so well you cannot even tell, and I stay full until lunchtime!
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David K.★★★★★
Great trick for adding protein without cooking eggs on busy mornings. Added a pinch of red pepper flakes and lemon zest—delicious.
