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Easy Baked Chicken Thighs

Easy Baked Chicken Thighs

4.6

Prep
5 min
Cook
45 min
Total
50 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  2. 2 Place chicken thighs in a baking dish; season both sides with garlic powder, dried minced onion, and salt.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink at the bone and juices run clear, about 45 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into thickest part of thigh, near the bone, should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

By KALENG

Easy Keto Barbecue Chicken Thighs

Easy Keto Barbecue Chicken Thighs

Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat an outdoor grill to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and lightly oil the grate.
  2. 2 Season each side of the chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Place inner side of each chicken thigh on the preheated grill and brush the top of each with 1 tablespoon barbecue sauce. Grill undisturbed for 3 minutes, watching for flare-ups. Move chicken pieces to another part of the grill if flare-ups occur.
  3. 3 Turn chicken pieces and brush each side with an additional 1 tablespoon barbecue sauce. Grill, turning the pieces three more times, until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), about 6 minutes per side. Serve with additional sauce.

By Bibi

Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs

Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs

4.8

Prep
5 min
Cook
50 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 475 degrees F (245 degrees C). Set a wire rack inside a broiler pan or baking pan.
  2. 2 Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Lift up skin gently; sprinkle salt, pepper, and garlic powder under the skin. Replace skin. Season skin and underside of the thighs with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  3. 3 Arrange on the rack.
  4. 4 Roast in the preheated oven until golden, about 20 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Continue roasting until juices run clear, about 30 minutes more. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  5. 5 Serve hot and enjoy!

By John Goddard

Baked Apricot Chicken

Baked Apricot Chicken

4.6

Prep
10 min
Cook
50 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2 Stir apricot preserves, dressing, and soup mix together in a medium bowl until combined.
  3. 3 Place chicken thighs in a 9x13-inch baking dish. Pour apricot mixture over chicken.
  4. 4 Bake uncovered in the preheated oven until an instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone reads 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), 50 to 60 minutes.
  5. 5 Enjoy!

By BCHALL12

Grilled Chicken with Ginger and Black Bean Sauce

Grilled Chicken with Ginger and Black Bean Sauce

4.1

Prep
Cook
Total

Instructions

  1. 1 Place thighs in a bowl, and add ginger, black bean sauce, sesame oil, and ground black pepper. Stir well until completely coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
  2. 2 Grill over medium heat until no longer pink but still juicy, about 20 minutes, turning only once.

By Denis Terrien

Za'atar Chicken Thighs

Za'atar Chicken Thighs

4.9

Prep
10 min
Cook
25 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2 Pat chicken dry with paper towels. Place chicken in a bowl and coat with olive oil. Season liberally with sea salt and black pepper on all sides.
  3. 3 Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs, skin-side down, to the hot skillet. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon za'atar immediately over each chicken thigh. Cook chicken, without turning, until skin is crispy and browned, 7 to 10 minutes.
  4. 4 Turn chicken so skin side faces up and remove skillet from heat. Sprinkle remaining za'atar quickly and evenly over each chicken thigh. Spoon some of the rendered chicken fat from the pan over the top of the za'atar.
  5. 5 Place the skillet in the preheated oven and roast until juices run clear and chicken is no longer pink near the bone, about 15 minutes.

By Diana Moutsopoulos

Honey-Mustard and Curry Chicken Thighs

Honey-Mustard and Curry Chicken Thighs

4.7

Prep
10 min
Cook
50 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  2. 2 Flatten chicken thighs and squeeze tightly into a square baking dish.
  3. 3 Combine honey, mustard, curry powder, and salt in a bowl. Spoon over chicken. Sprinkle tarragon on top.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven, uncovered, basting occasionally with the honey-mustard sauce, until chicken is no longer pink in the center and juices run clear, about 50 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

By Brad Istace

Mom's Chicken and Dumplings

Mom's Chicken and Dumplings

4.5

Prep
10 min
Cook
30 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a large pot over high heat, combine chicken with enough water to cover; bring to a boil. Boil until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 15 to 20 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  2. 2 Drain some water, reserving 3 cups in the pot. Remove chicken, allow it to cool slightly, then pull it apart into bite-sized pieces and return to the pot.
  3. 3 Add condensed soup, season with salt and pepper, and set the heat to medium. Pull biscuit dough into pieces, and add it to the pot. Simmer until dough is cooked through, 7 to 8 minutes.

By Melissa

Baked Maple Chicken Thighs

Baked Maple Chicken Thighs

4.3

Prep
5 min
Cook
50 min
Total
85 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Whisk maple syrup, Dijon mustard, and balsamic vinegar together in a bowl. Pour over chicken thighs in a bowl and marinate for 30 minutes.
  2. 2 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a casserole dish with cooking spray.
  3. 3 Place chicken in the prepared casserole dish and pour remaining marinade on top.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Flip chicken and continue baking until juices run clear and sauce is thick, about 25 minutes more. Serve with sauce over chicken.

By Bwoogie1

Lau Lau

Lau Lau

5.0

Prep
30 min
Cook
240 min
Total
270 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Season fish, pork and chicken with Hawaiian sea salt. Place 2 ti leaves in an X on a flat surface for each of the 4 servings.
  2. 2 Place 1/4 of each of the fish, pork and chicken onto the center of 3 or 4 taro leaves. Wrap securely with the taro leaves, then place each wrap on a set of ti leaves. Tie the ends of the ti leaves together with a piece of string.
  3. 3 Place the bundles in a large steamer, and steam for 3 to 4 hours.

By May

Baked Pesto Chicken Thighs and Potatoes

Baked Pesto Chicken Thighs and Potatoes

4.2

Prep
10 min
Cook
30 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. 2 Mix potatoes with 1/2 of the pesto in a bowl. Transfer potatoes to an 11x13-inch baking dish.
  3. 3 Place chicken thighs the same bowl. Unfold chicken and rub remaining pesto all over. Fold thighs back up into original shape and place into the baking dish next to potatoes.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven, stirring potatoes occasionally, until potatoes are soft when pieced with a fork and chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 28 to 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the chicken should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  5. 5 Season with salt and pepper before serving.

By France Cevallos

Baked Chicken Thighs Coated With Corn Flake Crumbs

Baked Chicken Thighs Coated With Corn Flake Crumbs

4.0

Prep
30 min
Cook
60 min
Total
105 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a half-sheet pan with aluminum foil. Place a baking rack on top.
  2. 2 Place corn flake crumbs in a bowl.
  3. 3 Mix teriyaki sauce, Sriracha sauce, paprika, rice vinegar, and sugar together in a large bowl until sauce has a thick consistency.
  4. 4 Place chicken thighs in the bowl with sauce. Tumble thighs together until completely coated. Smear sauce onto any bare spots and under any loose flaps of skin.
  5. 5 Place 1 thigh into the bowl with corn flakes. Spoon crumbs on top using a tablespoon. Press crumbs onto thigh using the back of the spoon, pressing thigh down into crumbs to coat underside. Turn over and repeat pressing. Place onto the baking rack, skin-side up. Repeat with remaining thighs and crumbs, placing largest thighs in the corners of the rack to receive the most heat.
  6. 6 Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes depending on the size of thighs. Reduce oven temperature to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C) and continue baking, 15 to 20 minutes. Turn thighs over to help undersides crisp up. Bake until no longer pink at the bone and juices run clear, 15 to 20 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted near bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  7. 7 Let thighs rest on the baking rack for at least 15 minutes before serving.

By Doug in Manhattan

Air Fryer Chicken Thighs

Air Fryer Chicken Thighs

4.8

Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients. Preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) according to manufacturer's instructions.
  2. 2 Pat chicken thighs dry with a paper towel; brush skins with olive oil. Place chicken thighs, skin-sides down, in a single layer on a plate.
  3. 3 Combine smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a bowl; sprinkle ½ evenly over thighs. Flip thighs over; evenly sprinkle with remaining ½ seasoning mixture. Place thighs, skin-sides up, in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  4. 4 Cook in the preheated air fryer until thighs are brown and the juices run clear, about 18 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into centers should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  5. 5 Serve and enjoy!

By Brenda Venable

Gluten-Free Shake and Bake Almond Chicken

Gluten-Free Shake and Bake Almond Chicken

4.5

Prep
10 min
Cook
25 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2 Combine almond meal, paprika, sea salt, and black pepper together in a resealable bag. Put each chicken thigh into bag, 1 at a time; close bag and shake until evenly coated. Place chicken in a glass baking dish.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 25 to 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

By IrisMac

Homemade Dog Food with Chicken

Homemade Dog Food with Chicken

4.6

Prep
10 min
Cook
35 min
Total
65 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Pour water and oats into a rice cooker. Seal and select setting according to the manufacturer's instructions; cook until tender, about 15 minutes. Pull out the pot as soon as the unit switches to the Warm setting. Set aside.
  2. 2 Heat oil over high heat in a large frying pan or wok. Add chicken, cover, and cook for 4 minutes, stirring every minute. Add green beans, cover, and cook for 4 minutes, stirring every minute. Stir in aminos and break up mixture using a spatula. Cover, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 10 minutes.
  3. 3 Stir in cooked oatmeal and break up again using a spatula. Remove from the heat and let cool completely, 20 to 30 minutes. Package in desired portions for freezing.

By Jay

Blackened Ranch Pan-Fried Chicken Thighs

Blackened Ranch Pan-Fried Chicken Thighs

4.8

Prep
5 min
Cook
25 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Rub 1 tablespoon dry ranch dressing mix, fresh cracked pepper, and salt onto one side of chicken thighs; flip and repeat on second side.
  2. 2 Place thighs, skin-sides down, into skillet; cook without moving to blacken skin, about 12 minutes. Flip thighs and cook until chicken is no longer pink in centers and the juices run clear, about 12 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted into centers should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

By Yoly

Grilled Dill Pickle Chicken Thighs

Grilled Dill Pickle Chicken Thighs

4.5

Prep
5 min
Cook
15 min
Total
260 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place chicken thighs in a gallon-sized resealable plastic bag; add pickle juice to the bag and toss chicken to coat. Squeeze out excess air and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for 4 hours.
  2. 2 Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  3. 3 Whisk olive oil, seasoned salt, paprika, dill, and black pepper together. Remove chicken from pickle juice; discard the juice. Brush all sides of chicken with seasoned oil.
  4. 4 Cook on the preheated grill, flipping halfway through, until chicken is no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 12 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into thickest part, near but not touching bone, should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

By Soup Loving Nicole

Air Fryer Buttermilk Fried Chicken

Air Fryer Buttermilk Fried Chicken

4.6

Prep
5 min
Cook
30 min
Total
275 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place chicken thighs in a shallow casserole dish. Pour buttermilk over chicken and refrigerate for 4 hours, or overnight.
  2. 2 Preheat an air fryer to 380 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  3. 3 Mix flour, seasoned salt, and pepper in a large gallon-sized resealable plastic bag. Dredge chicken thighs in seasoned flour. Dip back into buttermilk, then coat with panko bread crumbs.
  4. 4 Spray the air fryer basket with nonstick cooking spray. Arrange 1/2 of the chicken thighs in the basket, making sure none are touching. Spray top of each chicken thigh with cooking spray.
  5. 5 Cook in the preheated air fryer for 15 minutes. Flip the thighs and spray tops of chicken again. Cook until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 10 more minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Repeat with remaining chicken.

By Soup Loving Nicole

Kent's Chicken Bog For a Crowd

Kent's Chicken Bog For a Crowd

4.5

Prep
20 min
Cook
185 min
Total
205 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine chicken thighs and sausage in a large stockpot. Add water, salt, and 1 teaspoon of pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until chicken is no longer pink in the center, about 2 hours. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  2. 2 Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  3. 3 Remove chicken and sausage from the pot. Reserve the cooking liquid (stock). Skin and debone chicken once cooled. Transfer chicken and sausage to a large roasting pan. Sprinkle with remaining pepper. Cover with rice and stock.
  4. 4 Roast in the preheated oven until liquid is absorbed, 60 to 90 minutes. Serve hot with hot sauce to taste.

By Corey Williams

Air Fryer Chicken Thigh Schnitzel

Air Fryer Chicken Thigh Schnitzel

4.7

Prep
15 min
Cook
10 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place chicken thighs, one at a time, between 2 sheets of parchment paper and flatten with a mallet.
  2. 2 Combine bread crumbs, salt, and black pepper in a shallow bowl. Place flour in a separate shallow bowl and beaten egg in a third shallow bowl. Dip chicken thighs first in flour, then in beaten egg. Finally, coat with seasoned bread crumbs.
  3. 3 Preheat an air fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  4. 4 Place breaded thighs in the air fryer basket, making sure they are not touching; work in batches if necessary. Mist with avocado oil and cook for 6 minutes. Flip each thigh, mist with oil, and cook an additional 3 to 4 minutes.

By Yoly

Crispy Panko Chicken Thighs

Crispy Panko Chicken Thighs

4.7

Prep
15 min
Cook
60 min
Total
75 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a baking dish with aluminum foil; grease with cooking spray.
  2. 2 Combine mayonnaise and paprika in a bowl; mix well. Stir together panko and garlic powder in a second bowl.
  3. 3 Spread mayonnaise mixture over each chicken thigh; press into panko mixture to coat. Place in the prepared baking dish; spritz thighs with cooking spray.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 1 hour. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

By Brad

Fresh Rosemary Chicken Thighs

Fresh Rosemary Chicken Thighs

4.9

Prep
10 min
Cook
35 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2 Combine rosemary, lemon zest, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Rub over chicken thighs and place into a baking dish. Spray with cooking spray.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 35 to 40 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

By Arlene Tallman

Balsamic Grilled Chicken Thighs

Balsamic Grilled Chicken Thighs

4.0

Prep
5 min
Cook
15 min
Total
90 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Whisk vinegar, oil, garlic, tarragon, and thyme together in a medium bowl. Place chicken in a gallon-sized resealable plastic bag; add marinade, toss to coat, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator, 1 hour to overnight.
  2. 2 Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate. Remove chicken from marinade and shake off excess. Discard remaining marinade.
  3. 3 Cook on the preheated grill until chicken no longer pink in centers and the juices run clear, about 15 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into centers should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Transfer chicken to a plate; rest before serving for 10 minutes.

By Soup Loving Nicole

Creole Chicken Recipe

Creole Chicken Recipe

4.8

Prep
10 min
Cook
45 min
Total
55 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Season chicken thighs with Creole seasoning.
  2. 2 Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat; cook chicken in the melted butter until browned, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to a plate. Add tomatoes with green chile peppers, water, tomato sauce, and Spanish-style rice mix to the same skillet; stir well. Return chicken to the rice mixture and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover skillet, and simmer until chicken is no longer pink in the center and rice is tender, about 40 minutes. Serve on a platter with chicken atop the rice.

By Grace Carolyn Bowers-Reimondo

Tomato Chicken

Tomato Chicken

4.5

Prep
10 min
Cook
55 min
Total
65 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine chicken thighs, tomatoes, garlic, ginger, chili powder, salt, and turmeric in a large, heavy pot over high heat; cook and stir until chicken begins to brown.
  2. 2 Reduce heat to medium-low; cook until chicken tender, no longer pink at the bone, and the juices run clear, about 45 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near but not touching the bone should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  3. 3 Sprinkle with coconut oil before serving.

By sandradxb

Easy Garlic Broiled Chicken

Easy Garlic Broiled Chicken

4.5

Prep
10 min
Cook
25 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Lightly grease a baking pan.
  2. 2 Combine butter, garlic, soy sauce, parsley, and pepper in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high until butter is melted, stirring halfway through, about 2 minutes.
  3. 3 Arrange chicken, skin-side up, on the prepared baking pan. Pour most of the butter mixture over top to coat, reserving some for basting.
  4. 4 Broil in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, turning and basting occasionally, about 20 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Garnish with parsley to serve.

By AVASEWELL

Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs

Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs

4.5

Prep
15 min
Cook
45 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2 Combine Dijon mustard, grainy mustard, honey, soy sauce, tarragon, and ginger in a large bowl.
  3. 3 Rinse chicken thighs under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
  4. 4 Add chicken thighs to the bowl and toss to coat.
  5. 5 Transfer to a baking pan and spoon sauce over the thighs.
  6. 6 Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 45 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  7. 7 Spoon cooked sauce from the pan over chicken thighs before serving.

By Kim

Easy, Meaty Sheet Pan Meal

Easy, Meaty Sheet Pan Meal

4.3

Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a 10x15-inch baking pan with aluminum foil.
  2. 2 Arrange chicken, potatoes, and cherry tomatoes in a single layer on the prepared pan. Drizzle with oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  3. 3 Roast in the preheated oven until vegetables are tender and chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 20 to 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  4. 4 Serve with pesto and garnish with basil.

By Juliana Hale

Honey-Garlic Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs

Honey-Garlic Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs

4.5

Prep
15 min
Cook
135 min
Total
150 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Arrange chicken thighs in a single layer in the bottom of a 4-quart slow cooker.
  3. 3 Whisk low-sodium soy sauce, ketchup, honey, garlic, and a pinch of salt together in a bowl; pour over chicken thighs.
  4. 4 Cover and cook on Low for 4 hours or on High for 2 to 3 hours. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  5. 5 Mix cornstarch and water together in a small bowl to make a slurry; stir into the sauce. Cover and cook on High for about 15 minutes more, until sauce thickens slightly.
  6. 6 Serve chicken with sauce spooned over the top. Enjoy!

By Myrna

Spicy Apple Cider-Glazed Chicken Thighs

Spicy Apple Cider-Glazed Chicken Thighs

4.0

Prep
5 min
Cook
25 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Pat chicken thighs dry with a paper towel and season with salt and pepper.
  2. 2 Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place chicken thighs into the hot oil and cook until brown, about 4 minutes, then turn and place onion slices on top.
  3. 3 Stir together apple cider and sambal oelek; pour over chicken and onions. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 10 to 15 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Transfer chicken and onion to a plate and keep warm.
  4. 4 Increase heat to medium-high and bring the liquid in the skillet to a boil. Continue boiling, uncovered, until the liquid has reduced to about 3/4 cup. Pour over chicken thighs and onions and garnish with fresh chives. Serve warm.

By Bibi