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12 Chicken Thigh Recipes Too Good Not to Cook Tonight

Published: Sep 4, 2024 by Lara Clevenger, Registered Dietitian This post may contain affiliate links - read my disclaimer for full details... Leave a Comment

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Don’t know what to cook? These 12 chicken thigh recipes are calling your name. Juicy, tasty, and perfect for a meal everyone will love tonight!

Teriyaki Chicken on the Blackstone Griddle

Teriyaki Chicken with asparagus on a white plate with a fork.
Teriyaki Chicken on the Blackstone Griddle. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Teriyaki Chicken Thighs on the Blackstone Griddle come out super juicy! This grilled teriyaki chicken has only 2 ingredients and cooks in less than 20 minutes. It's a great chicken recipe if you're wanting to meal prep.
Get the Recipe: Teriyaki Chicken on the Blackstone Griddle

Skillet Chicken Thighs, Bacon, and Green Beans

Skillet Chicken Thighs, Bacon, and Green Beans in a white bowl with a fork.
Skillet Chicken Thighs, Bacon, and Green Beans. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Making this Skillet Chicken Thighs, Bacon, and Green Beans is great when you want a delicious and healthy meal without all the cleanup. It only uses one skillet to make! Plus, it cooks in less than 20 minutes!
Get the Recipe: Skillet Chicken Thighs, Bacon, and Green Beans

Easy Instant Pot Shredded Chicken Thighs

Shredded Chicken Thighs in Instant Pot with thyme.
Easy Instant Pot Shredded Chicken Thighs. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Instant Pot Shredded Chicken Thighs is a simple last minute dinner idea for a weeknight. The Instant Pot makes these chicken thighs juicy and tender in less than 30 minutes. Great for meal prep too!
Get the Recipe: Easy Instant Pot Shredded Chicken Thighs

Honey Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs

Honey Lemon Pepper Thighs with parsley on a white plate.
Honey Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Honey Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs is a flavorful and aromatic dish, perfect for an easy dinner recipe. It combines the sweet tanginess of honey, the bright zestiness of lemon, and the mild heat of black pepper.
Get the Recipe: Honey Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs

Instant Pot Chicken Thighs and Rice

Instant Pot Chicken and Rice in Instant Pot.
Instant Pot Chicken Thighs and Rice. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Make tender chicken thighs and fluffy rice at the same time with your Instant Pot. These come out perfect every time! Have dinner ready in about 40 minutes with very little hands on time!
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Chicken Thighs and Rice

Cast Iron Chicken Thighs in Creamy Tomato Sauce

Cast Iron Chicken Thigh in Creamy Tomato Sauce with a spoon in a cast iron skillet.
Cast Iron Chicken Thighs in Creamy Tomato Sauce. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

This Cast Iron Keto Chicken Thigh Recipe in Creamy Tomato Sauce will be your new favorite dinner. It's a delicious meal and is made with simple ingredients that the entire family will love! ! It's dairy and gluten free!
Get the Recipe: Cast Iron Chicken Thighs in Creamy Tomato Sauce

Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken Thighs Paleo

Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken Thighs Paleo on a white plate with parsley, sesame seeds, lettuce with bell peppers, bleu cheese, parmesan and a fork.
Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken Thighs Paleo. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken Thighs is a simple late night dinner. They come out juicy and delicious! These boneless skinless chicken thighs have only 2 ingredients and cooks in less than 20 minutes.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken Thighs Paleo

Easy Garlic Broiled Chicken Thighs

Easy Garlic Broiled Chicken Thighs with parsley in a white baking dish with a spatula.
Easy Garlic Broiled Chicken Thighs. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Make juicy broiled chicken thighs in less than 25 minutes. With hints of lemon and garlic, this delicious low carb chicken thigh recipe is great for a weeknight dinner. It's sure to please even the pickiest of eaters!
Get the Recipe: Easy Garlic Broiled Chicken Thighs

Instant Pot Honey Garlic Chicken

Instant Pot Honey Garlic Chicken on wooden cutting board.
Instant Pot Honey Garlic Chicken. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Flavorful chicken thighs cook perfectly in this Instant Pot Honey Garlic Chicken recipe. Ready in about 30 minutes, you can be feasting on a hot meal in no time! P
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Honey Garlic Chicken

Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Thighs

Four bacon-wrapped chicken thighs with parsley garnish on white plate.
Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Thighs. Photo credit: Primal Edge Health.

Indulge in the irresistible combination of juicy chicken thighs wrapped in crispy bacon. These bacon-wrapped chicken thighs are the perfect balance of savory flavors and textures, making them a delicious and easy-to-make meal option.
Get the Recipe: Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Thighs

Sheet Pan Mediterranean Chicken Thighs

A shallow white bowl filled with a roasted chicken thigh, roasted zucchini, cherry tomatoes, red onion, kalamata olives, feta cheese, and orzo.
Sheet Pan Mediterranean Chicken Thighs. Photo credit: fANNEtastic food.

Looking for a simple, flavorful sheet pan meal with chicken? These Mediterranean chicken thighs and veggies are easy to make, and extra delicious served with salty feta cheese and pillowy orzo pasta.
Get the Recipe: Sheet Pan Mediterranean Chicken Thighs

Creamy Spinach Chicken Bake

A serving spoon serving of creamy spinach chicken bake.
Creamy Spinach Chicken Bake. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

This Creamy Spinach Chicken Bake can be made in only 30 minutes and is perfect for weeknight family dinners. This casserole recipe features chicken thighs, spinach, cream cheese, and mozzarella cheese.
Get the Recipe: Creamy Spinach Chicken Bake

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