25 Best Boneless Chicken Thigh Recipes That are Next-Level Good
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Is there anything chicken can't do? The meat is so versatile that it can be made any way you like. You could fry up some chicken wings, make a dinner using a rotisserie chicken recipe, or try your hand at one of these delicious boneless chicken thigh recipes. We vote for the latter—because while other parts of the chicken are great, chicken thighs have a deep flavor and moistness that's harder to get with lean cuts like chicken breast. And if you're going with boneless chicken thighs, the prep work is already done!
When hunting for chicken thigh ideas, read carefully to see if boneless or bone-in thighs are called for (most will specify one or the other). Baked boneless chicken thighs are simple and delicious (and there are plenty of recipes for those here), but they can also be shredded to make creamy chicken soup, breaded to make chicken tenders, or marinated and skewered to make tasty kebabs. They also work well piled on pasta, rice, waffles or...anything, really!
So if you're looking to add more chicken recipes to your arsenal, scroll on down! And while you're at it, take a moment to check out these chicken pasta recipes and these 80(!) other cluckin' delicious chicken dishes.
Instant Pot BBQ Chicken Grain Bowls
Ree Drummond says that barbecue chicken is a summer staple in her family, and this Instant Pot meal gets it on the table quick and easy. Serve it over quinoa for some added fiber and protein.
Cornbread Waffles with Spicy Chicken
Can you name a more iconic duo than chicken and waffles? Here, chicken thighs are coated in buttermilk and panko bread crumbs for a light crunch with a rich taste.
Instant Pot Creamy Chicken and Wild Rice Soup
Nothing says comfort quite like chicken soup, and this Instant Pot version is creamy and flavorful. The secret? Ree adds white wine!
Get the recipe.
Chicken–Snow Pea Stir-Fry
Stir-fry is a hero of weeknight cooking. It's fast, easy, and it can be mixed and matched in endless combinations. This version includes snow peas, cashews, and fresh ginger.
Get the recipe.
Greek Chicken Kebabs
Who doesn't love dinner on a stick? These kebabs will quickly become a family favorite. Don't forget to add the tzatziki sauce!
Peanut Chicken with Green Beqans
This recipe has you combine peanut butter, brown sugar, and coconut milk (yum!) for a delicious sweet-savory sautéed sauce. Ree serves it over spaghetti!
One-Pot Chicken Pesto Pasta
All you need to create this delicious chicken and pasta dish is one large pot (like a Dutch oven). Pesto and sun dried tomatoes add major flavor.
Get Erica Kastner's recipe here.
Spice- Rubbed Grilled Chicken
Cumin, chili powder, and paprika give this little chicken a kick. A tablespoon of honey adds a surprising sweet touch.
Get Dara Michalski's recipe here.
Cheesy Chicken Parmesan Pasta Bake
How many incredible buzz words can you fit in one dish? Cheesy? Chicken? Pasta? This recipe uses whole wheat rotini, but feel free to swap it out for your favorite noodle shape.
Get Jessica Merchant's recipe here.
Blackened Chicken Enchiladas
Blogger Jocelyn Deck Adams creates this ooey-gooey enchilada dish by stuffing tender meat into tortillas and coating them with homemade salsa verde and cheese. She gives the South a nod with the blackened chicken seasoning.
Get the recipe from Grand Baby Cakes.
Southern Hot Chicken Sandwich
Hot chicken hails from Nashville, but you don't need to travel all the way there to get some cayenne-kicked chicken. Blogger Quin Liburd tops it off with pickles for a cool and crunchy bite.
Get the recipe from Butter be Ready.
Saucy Coconut Braised Chicken
Tieghan Gerard says you can use whatever vegetables you'd like in this dish. The sauce is the real star of the show, made with curry paste, coconut milk, and fish sauce.
Get the recipe from Half Baked Harvest.
Panko Crusted Chicken Strips
Who can say no to chicken strips? The crunchy exterior and juicy interior are what food dreams are made of. This blogger coats these chicken fingers in panko breadcrumbs and furikake seasoning.
Get the recipe from Cooking Therapy.
Chicken Korma
This dish is comfort food at its finest. Spoon the sauteed chicken thighs coated in coriander butter sauce over a bowl of mashed potatoes for a hearty meal that's unforgettable.
Get the recipe from Spoon Fork Bacon.
Chicken Chili Verde
Pepper lovers, this one's for you! Gaby Dalkin's chili verde contains poblano, anaheim, and jalapeno peppers (plus boneless chicken thighs, of course).
Get the recipe from What's Gaby Cooking.
Hawaiian Chicken Skewers
People can keep debating whether or not pineapple belongs on a pizza, but there's no doubt that it belongs on this chicken kebab. Blogger Alida Ryder says you can make the ketchup, sweet chili, and soy sauce marinade up to 24 hours in advance, so it's great for entertaining.
Get the recipe from Simply Delicious.
Chicken Lettuce Wraps
This is a low-carb lover's ideal dish. In Jenny Park's recipe, lettuce serves as the "wrap" for a filling made with boneless chicken thighs, shitake mushrooms, water chestnuts, and bamboo shoots.
Get the recipe from Spoon Fork Bacon.
Chicken Dumplings
Using chicken thighs instead of ground chicken makes these dumplings juicier and more flavorful. Blogger Tiffy swears that hand-chopping the chicken makes all the difference here. She uses store-bought wonton wrappers in this dish, but also has a recipe for homemade wrappers.
Get the recipe from Tiffy Cooks.
Honey Soy Chicken Thighs
Who doesn't love those three magic words: one-pan-dinner. This recipe is super simple (and tasty) because blogger Love Keil bakes the chicken right in its marinade.
Get the recipe from Munchkin Time.
Creamy Garlic Chicken Thighs
This recipe only takes five minutes (yes, you read that right) to make in your pressure cooker! You just dump your chicken in the pot with some broth, whipping cream, garlic, and parmesan cheese and you've finished dinner.
Get the recipe from Rasa Malaysia.
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