Our Best Chicken Thigh Recipes
Juicy, inexpensive and highly versatile, chicken thighs are the unsung heroes of the protein realm. Enjoy them baked, braised, glazed or grilled with these delicious recipes.
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Roman-Style Chicken
Giada's saucy, flavorful chicken is perfect for entertaining, since you can cook it ahead and reheat it when it's time to serve.
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Braised Paprika Chicken
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Braised Chicken Thighs and Apples
Apple cider and apples give this braised chicken dish a decidedly fall feel, although we'd happily eat this chicken dinner any night of the year!
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Shoyu Chicken
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Instant Pot Chicken Marbella
This classic dinner party dish is made from start to finish in the multi-cooker. Briny capers and olives marry with dried apricots and a touch of brown sugar for the perfect blend of sweet and savory.
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The Best Chicken Biryani
We think this is a truly amazing and delicious version of the classic Indian layered rice dish. Our method is close to the traditional way, except we finish ours in the oven rather than on the stovetop. This ensures even heating, which acts as an insurance policy against burning. Save the leftover onion oil – it's very fragrant and flavorful and can be used in other sauces.
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Keto Sheet Pan Chicken and Loaded Cauliflower
In a sheet pan meal, everything cooks together on one baking sheet, making prep and cleanup a breeze. We chose chicken thighs because they're flavorful and juicy. The cauliflower, a keto-friendly vegetable, gets loaded with cheese, sour cream and bacon — a nod to a classic baked potato.
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20-Minute Chicken Thighs and Couscous with Dill
Using boneless, skinless chicken thighs instead of breasts is a smart way to make sure the meat stays moist and flavorful. And we love the way grape tomatoes soften under the heat of the broiler, adding more juicy goodness to the chicken. Lots of lemon, plus dill and oregano, give the dish a Greek feel.
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Grilled Chicken Thighs with Blackberry BBQ Sauce
Michael uses an overnight dry rub to infuse chicken thighs with tons of flavor and a charcoal grill ensures they come out with crispy skin and smoky flavor. Use the best of summer berries as the base for a tangy BBQ sauce for drizzling over the top.
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Curried Chicken Thighs
Whip up this easy dish for a cozy night in. And, don’t be afraid to make a big batch — it makes great leftovers the next day!
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Pan-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Grapes and Olives
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Chicken in Mustard
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Teriyaki Chicken Thighs
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Chicken Cacciatore
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Chicken and Chickpea Tagine with Apricots and Harissa Sauce
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Deviled Chicken Thighs
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Marinated Chicken Thighs
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Grilled Chicken Thighs with Israeli Couscous Salad
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Chicken Thighs with Creamy Mustard Sauce
Don’t let your pan drippings go to waste! Ina whips up a rich and creamy mustard sauce by combining white wine, mustard and crème fraiche with the juices rendered from the cooked chicken thighs.
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Slow Cooker Chicken Stroganoff
Move over beef — chicken is in the house. This great weeknight meal takes less than 15 minutes to prep, then the slow cooker does the rest.
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Sweet and Spicy Apricot BBQ Chicken Thighs
Cooking for a crowd? Valerie’s five-star chicken dish, which she flavors with sweet apricot jam and spicy Fresno chile, offers something for everyone.
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Chicken Tandoori
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Bone Broth-Braised Turmeric Chicken with Veggies
Thanks to the turmeric, Trisha’s hearty dish is bursting with both flavor and color. She cooks carrots and cauliflower in the same pot, which cuts down on both cook time and cleanup.
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Slow-Cooker Chicken Thighs
Soy sauce, honey, garlic and ginger (along with the natural juices of the chicken) become irresistible sauce to serve over chicken thighs and rice. If you like a thicker sauce, simply add cornstarch at the end and cook a little longer.
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Chunky Chicken Chowder
Sunny browns chicken in a pot to add intense savory flavor before transforming it into a warming soup with potatoes, corn and cream.
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Beer-Braised Chicken
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Jerk-Rubbed Chicken Thighs with Homemade Mango-Habanero Hot Sauce
Bobby's jerk rub is full of spices and gets a little heat from cayenne pepper. His sweet-and-spicy mango-habanero sauce adds a refreshing zip.
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Spicy Pecan Crusted Chicken Thighs
Dress up chicken thighs by turning them into a deliciously pecan-crusted cutlet. Katie chops the nuts by hand so they have just the right consistency, giving every bit the perfect amount of crunch.
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Honey-Mustard Chicken and Apples
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Roasted Garlic Clove Chicken
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Instant Pot Butter Chicken
This dish is beloved for a reason — it's warm, comforting and flavorful. And since there's no need to marinate the chicken first, it's perfect for a last-minute dinner.
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Chicken Stroganoff
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Sweet Heat Chicken Thighs
You can’t go wrong with Ree’s one-pot wonder. She simmers chicken thighs, butternut squash and onions in a sweet and spicy sauce, then wilts in shredded kale just before serving.
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Crispy Roasted Chicken Thighs with Chipotle-Coconut Sauce and Black Bean-Mango Salad
Top roasted chicken thighs with a spicy coconut pan sauce and serve them with black beans tossed with mango, onion and cilantro.
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Heirloom Garlic Clove Chicken Thighs
Put your cast iron skillet to work with Valerie’s fan-favorite recipe. She recommends cooking the chicken thighs over medium-high heat until the skin gets crispy, then roasting in the oven until the chicken is cooked and deliciously juicy.
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Garlic-Ginger Chicken Thighs
Save yourself some time on dinner prep and marinate your chicken in a blend of garlic, ginger, soy sauce and orange juice the night before.
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30-Minute Grilled Chicken Thighs with Watermelon and Feta Salad
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Crispy Grilled Chicken Thighs
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Chicken and Rice Paprikash Casserole
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Chicken with 40 Cloves of Garlic
This recipe is for the ultimate garlic lover. Chicken thighs are braised until tender in a rich, roasted garlic sauce, then topped with fried garlic chips. There's even enough roasted garlic paste to whip up a loaf of garlic bread while the chicken cooks.
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Rigatoni with Chicken Thighs
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Lemon-and-Herb-Marinated Grilled Chicken Thighs
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Grilled Caribbean Chicken Thighs
Bring the sweet and the heat with this simple dish. Mango nectar and jerk seasoning work together to give chicken thighs some Caribbean-inspired flair — in under an hour!
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Grilled Citrus-Marinated Chicken Thighs
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Spanish Chicken and Potato Roast
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Maple-Mustard Chicken Thighs
Ellie proves that white meat isn't the only good-for-you part of the chicken. She uses bone-in chicken thighs with the skin removed and brushes the meat with a tangy low-fat glaze before baking.
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Turmeric Chicken Flatbread
Turmeric, the bright orange spice that is sweeping the nation, is popular in smoothies and juices, but we upped the ante and used it to season boneless chicken thighs. Mixed with pumpkin pie spice (you read that right--it can be used for more than just pie!), it makes a flavorful seasoning for boneless, skinless chicken thighs. Served on top of crispy naan and drizzled on a tangy yogurt sauce, you've got a complete meal in just 20 minutes!
Orange Roasted Chicken Thighs
Sweet citrus and tangy, grainy mustard work together to create the perfect flavor for juicy chicken thighs. Cook on a preheated sheet pan (along with veggies) for a complete meal in just 40 minutes.
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Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs
For this sweet marinade, look no further than your pantry! Essentials like honey, soy sauce, vinegar, pepper and garlic are all you need to give your chicken thighs great flavor.
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Halal Cart Chicken
If you’ve been to New York City, you’ve definitely come across food carts selling “chicken over rice.” These food carts, also known as halal carts, were originally run by Egyptian immigrants, and their food quickly became a New York classic. The term halal refers to the methods used to prepare the meat in accordance with Islamic law. The chicken is marinated in a combination of spices and olive oil, then seared in a cast-iron skillet until golden and crispy on all sides. Paired with yellow rice, salad and the famous white sauce, this is street food at its finest.
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