Chicken thighs for every mood: 30 recipes to try this week
Chicken thighs don’t need an excuse, they just show up and deliver. Tender, flavorful, and ready for your favorite sauce or seasoning. With 30 ways to cook them, you might never go back to breasts.
Air Fryer Maple Dijon Chicken Thighs
Maple Dijon chicken thighs in the air fryer deliver that perfect sweet-and-savory flavor. Combining maple glaze and Dijon mustard, this quick and easy recipe is faster, less messy, and full of delicious taste. Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Maple Dijon Chicken Thighs
Chicken Fajita Bowl
All the flavor of chicken fajitas packed into one bowl with rice, beans, corn, guac, salsa, and cilantro. Basically, fajitas, just ditching the tortillas. Get the recipe: Chicken Fajita Bowl
Chicken Pineapple Curry
This chicken pineapple curry is rich, creamy, and full of tender chicken in every bite. It’s ready in 20 minutes and gets a boost of tropical flavor from sweet pineapple. Get the recipe: Chicken Pineapple Curry
Cheesy Chicken Fritters
These cheesy chicken fritters are packed with cilantro, green onion, lime, and plenty of cheese. They’re high in protein with Greek yogurt and egg, and you can make them in the air fryer, oven, or skillet. Get the recipe: Cheesy Chicken Fritters
Lemon Herb Chicken Thighs
These lemon herb chicken thighs are all about bright lemon flavor and a garlicky butter sauce. Sear on the stove, finish in the oven, and you’ve got juicy, flavorful chicken. Get the recipe: Lemon Herb Chicken Thighs
Oven Roasted Chicken Thighs
Crispy oven-roasted chicken thighs prepared with just four ingredients from scratch. This is a simple but tasty bone-in chicken thigh dish for the whole family. Get the recipe: Oven Roasted Chicken Thighs
Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs
This honey Dijon sheet pan chicken with potatoes and broccoli is your weeknight dinner hero with big flavor and minimal cleanup. Juicy chicken, crispy Yukon gold potatoes, and roasted broccoli come together in one pan for the ultimate comfort meal. Get the recipe: Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs
Baked Bone-In Chicken Thighs
Baked chicken thighs that get crispy on the outside and stay juicy inside? Covered in garlic and herbs, this bone-in chicken thigh recipe is about to become your favorite weeknight dinner. Get the recipe: Baked Bone-In Chicken Thighs
Healthy Orange Chicken
Got 30 minutes and one pan? That’s all you need for this healthy orange chicken. Quick, gluten-free, and packed with tasty sauce. Get the recipe: Healthy Orange Chicken
Sheet Pan Roasted Chicken Thighs
Enjoy juicy chicken thighs and veggies in one simple dish. This healthy sheet pan meal is quick to make and ideal for busy weeknights when you need an easy, no-fuss dinner. Get the recipe: Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs
Chicken Adobo with Pineapple
Chicken Adobo with pineapple is a sweet and savory twist on the Filipino classic that works. Salty, tangy, and a little fruity, it’s bold in all the right ways and perfect over white rice. Get the recipe: Chicken Adobo with Pineapple
Roasted Apricot Chicken
Sweet, sticky, and packed with flavor, this roasted apricot chicken is a must-try. Crispy chicken thighs meet warm spices, juicy apricots, and a glossy apricot glaze, all finished in the oven for an impressive yet easy meal. Get the Recipe: Roasted Apricot Chicken
5-Ingredient Sticky Chicken Thighs
These 5-ingredient sticky chicken thighs are sweet, simple, and totally foolproof. With 29 grams of protein and just 20 minutes to cook, it’s like meal prep disguised as comfort food. Get the recipe: 5-Ingredient Sticky Chicken Thighs
Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken Thighs
Air Fryer teriyaki chicken thighs are crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and coated in a rich, glossy teriyaki sauce. A quick and easy meal that always hits the spot. Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken Thighs
Greek Lemon Chicken Thighs
This Greek lemon chicken is a weeknight win with juicy thighs marinated in real lemon and garlic flavor. It’s pan seared, oven baked, and perfect with all your favorite Greek sides. Get the recipe: Greek Lemon Chicken Thighs
Sheet Pan Chicken and Veggies
This sheet pan chicken thighs and veggies recipe is a hearty, budget-friendly dinner that’s ready in just 30 minutes. Simple, versatile, and foolproof, it’s a meal the whole family will love. Get the Recipe: Sheet Pan Chicken and Veggies
Juicy Instant Pot Frozen Chicken Thighs
These juicy Instant Pot frozen chicken thighs are packed with flavor thanks to a bold spice blend. No thawing needed, just tender chicken with crispy skin made super easy. Get the recipe: Juicy Instant Pot Frozen Chicken Thighs
Honey Garlic Chicken
This honey garlic chicken is sweet, tangy, sticky, and made with juicy chicken thighs for maximum flavor. It comes together in 30 minutes with pantry staples and zero stress. Get the recipe: Honey Garlic Chicken
Slow Cooker Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs
An effortless weeknight dinner. This slow cooker honey mustard chicken is cooked to perfection in a sweet and tangy glaze. Perfect for busy days, this gluten-free chicken recipe will soon become your favorite, hassle-free family dinner. Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs
Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs With Veggies
These honey garlic chicken thighs combine sweet and savoury ingredients for the perfect combination of flavours. This elegant dish is easy to make and perfect for weeknights. Get the Recipe: One Pan Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs With Veggies
Chicken Thigh Tray Bake
This chicken thigh tray bake is the ultimate fuss-free family dinner, ready in under 45 minutes. Roast chicken thighs, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, and carrots in a tasty marinade for an easy, delicious meal. Get the Recipe: Chicken Thigh Tray Bake
Instant Pot Chicken Stew
Instant Pot chicken stew is warm, hearty, and filled with tender chicken and plenty of veggies. It’s a complete meal that’s cozy enough for any night of the week. Get the recipe: Instant Pot Chicken Stew
Slow Cooker Chicken and Stuffing
This slow cooker chicken and stuffing casserole is creamy, hearty, and the ultimate comfort food. Chicken, veggies, soup, stuffing mix, and sour cream cook together for a simple, stick-to-your-ribs dinner anyone will love. Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Chicken and Stuffing
Chicken Thighs and Rice
When you need a quick, hearty dinner that still brings the flavor, this chicken thigh and rice recipe delivers. It’s a one-pan wonder that works for busy weeknights or nights when you want something that feels a little more special. Get the recipe: Chicken Thighs and Rice
Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Thighs
In just 30 minutes, you can have these juicy Air Fryer BBQ chicken thighs on the table. Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and coated in a smoky BBQ glaze that caramelizes perfectly. A quick and delicious meal the whole family will love. Get the recipe: Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Thighs
Salsa Verde Chicken (One Pot)
This salsa verde chicken is ideal for busy weeknights. It’s healthy, tasty, and ready in 30 minutes, plus it’s a one-pan recipe that makes cleanup simple. Get the Recipe: Salsa Verde Chicken (One Pot)
Apple Cider Chicken
Easy to make, this apple cider chicken is a perfect skillet dinner. Naturally gluten-free and dairy-free, the sweet apples, onions, and rosemary are finished with a touch of honey mustard glaze. Get the recipe: Apple Cider Chicken
Sheet Pan Roast Chicken with Potatoes
Sheet pan roast chicken with potatoes is full of classic flavors that everyone loves. Fully prepare it a night (or two) beforehand, and simply pop it in the oven before dinner. Get the Recipe: Sheet Pan Roast Chicken with Potatoes
Thai Chicken and Rice (One Pan)
This Thai chicken and rice gives the classic a flavorful upgrade with minimal effort. It’s healthy, packed with flavor, and comes together in one pan, ideal for meal prep. Get the Recipe: Thai Chicken and Rice (One Pan)
Chicken Taco Pasta Salad
This chicken taco pasta salad is what happens when taco night meets pasta salad season. Serve it cold with crushed tortilla chips and extra cheese for a cool, hearty, flavor-packed dish. Get the recipe: Chicken Taco Pasta Salad