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Chicken Thighs

Chicken Thighs

Chicken thighs are more flavorful than white meat chicken pieces but they also are higher in fat. It's this fat that keeps them from drying out when cooking making them a good choice for recipes that use higher heat or longer cooking times.

Many times you can substitute thighs for other parts of the chicken with only minor adjustments to cooking time (they cook slower typically than white meat)



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recipe for baked parmesan chicken thighs

Baked Parmesan Chicken Thighs

Chicken thighs are baked with a coating of mayo, Parmesan, and Italian seasoning. The result is a wonderfully rich and moist chicken dish!

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker italian saucy chicken thighs

Slow Cooker Italian Saucy Chicken Thighs

Tomatoes, garlic, onions and seasoning are all you need to take these thighs to the next level. Just sit back and let your crockpot do the work!

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for oven fried chicken thighs

Oven Fried Chicken Thighs

Chicken thighs are coated in bread crumbs and mashed potato flakes, drizzled with butter, and baked until crispy and golden brown.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for garlic and cheddar chicken thighs

Garlic And Cheddar Chicken Thighs

This baked garlic chicken thigh recipe has two kinds of cheese mixed right into the breading for a flavorful, crisp coating.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for pan-seared chicken thighs

Pan-Seared Chicken Thighs

Chicken thighs are a delicious and versatile cut of chicken that can be cooked in a variety of ways. Pan-searing is a quick and easy way to cook them, resulting in juicy...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

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recipe for mexican chicken thighs

Mexican Chicken Thighs

A combination of lime and orange juice adds a spike of citrus, and blending all the spices into a thick sauce adds a tremendous layer of flavor to this Mexican chicken dish.

Method:   oven, outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chicken thighs scarpariello

Chicken Thighs Scarpariello

Marinated chicken thighs with sweet Italian sausage, plenty of fresh herbs, and a garlicky white wine sauce make for a delizioso meal.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for chicken thighs stuffed with feta cheese and sun-dried tomatoes

Chicken Thighs Stuffed With Feta Cheese and Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Stuff these Mediterranean-style chicken thighs with a cheesy sun-dried tomato filling and let them bake to juicy perfection in white wine...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for harlequin chicken

Harlequin Chicken

Easy and low calorie, and ready in under 30 minutes

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for easy chicken cassoulet

Easy Chicken Cassoulet

A scrumptious chicken dish that's miles above boring baked standbys. Juicy chicken thighs baked with navy beans and mushrooms make a full meal in a casserole dish. What's easier...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for jamaican-spiced chicken thighs

Jamaican-Spiced Chicken Thighs

Take a trip to the islands without leaving your kitchen. The spice mix on the chicken thighs is out of this world and the whole shebang is ready in under 30 minutes.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for herbed chicken thighs

Herbed Chicken Thighs

Made with grape tomatoes, balsamic vinegar, red or white wine, chicken thighs, shallot, garlic, fresh rosemary, fresh sage, fresh chives, olive oil

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for apple country chicken thighs

Apple Country Chicken Thighs

Made with flour, chicken thighs, apple juice or cider, chicken broth, curry powder, Golden Delicious apple, yellow onion, lemon juice, mushrooms

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for herb roasted chicken thighs

Herb Roasted Chicken Thighs

Roasted chicken thighs with fresh herbs are welcome on the dinner table any day, weekend or weeknight. Might as well roast some carrots and potatoes while you're at it; just...

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for bacon-wrapped chicken thighs with spinach salad

Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Thighs with Spinach Salad

Made with smoked bacon, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, bacon fat, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt and freshly ground black pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for chicken and polenta

Chicken And Polenta

Made with polenta, water, chicken thighs, olive oil, tomato sauce, bell peppers, black olives

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for pressure cooker chicken in orange sauce

Pressure Cooker Chicken In Orange Sauce

The pressure cooker makes short work of this tasty recipe. The chicken thighs turn out very tender and the orange sauce has light warm spice flavors from the...

Method:   pressure cooker
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for german-style chicken thighs

German-Style Chicken Thighs

Made with fresh parsley, cooked spaetzle or wide noodles, bone-in chicken thighs, black pepper, salt, dried thyme, Worcestershire sauce, water, condensed cream of potato...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for slow cooker chicken bbq with vegetables

Slow Cooker Chicken BBQ With Vegetables

Made with barbecue sauce, skinless, boneless chicken thighs, baby potatoes, baby carrots

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for slow cooker chicken bites

Slow Cooker Chicken Bites

Made with Monterey jack cheese, barbecue sauce, boneless, skinless chicken thighs, onion, bell peppers, chicken broth, black pepper

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for slow cooker saucy chicken thighs

Slow Cooker Saucy Chicken Thighs

Made with hot pepper sauce, Worcestershire sauce, chicken thighs, salt, black pepper, barbecue sauce, honey, prepared mustard

Method:   oven, crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for vietnamese grilled chicken (ga nuong)

Vietnamese Grilled Chicken (Ga Nuong)

Made with chicken thighs, garlic, sugar, salt, black pepper, fish sauce, lime juice, canola oil

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for slow cooker peachy chicken thighs with sweet potatoes and onion

Slow Cooker Peachy Chicken Thighs With Sweet Potatoes And Onion

Made with peach preserves, cornstarch, boneless, skinless chicken thighs, sweet potatoes, onion, water

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for slow cooker glazed peach jalapeno pepper chicken

Slow Cooker Glazed Peach Jalapeno Pepper Chicken

Made with peach preserves, cornstarch, boneless skinless chicken thighs, salt, garlic, jalapeno peppers, dark orange sweet potatoes, frozen whole...

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for chinese red-cooked chicken

Chinese Red-Cooked Chicken

Made with chicken thigh quarters or thighs, dry sherry, soy sauce, fresh ginger, brown sugar, garlic, five spice powder, cornstarch, water

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours




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