12 Boneless Chicken Thigh Recipes To Make Tonight

12 Boneless Chicken Thigh Recipes To Make Tonight

Give those chicken breasts a rest.

<p>Morgan Hunt Glaze; Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen; Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey</p>

Morgan Hunt Glaze; Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen; Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey

If you're in need of quick, flavorful, and budget-friendly weeknight dinner options, we've got two words for you: Chicken thighs. Sometimes overlooked and always underestimated, this cut of chicken is full of surprise.—including it's cost, which is lower than chicken breasts.

Broil, grill, fry, sauté, bake, roast, boil, or stir-fry it—a chicken thigh should be pictured right by the dictionary definition of a weeknight warrior. That’s why next time you’re at the store, pay those chicken breasts no mind. Walk right past them, and past the skin-on, bone-in thighs too, and pick up a pack of boneless chicken thighs. These boneless chicken thigh recipes are sure to save dinner, time and again.

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Chicken-And-Collards Pilau

Greg Dupree
Greg Dupree

You'll want to make this one-pot wonder a regular on the dinner table. It's packed with chicken, sausage, quick-cooking rice, and collards. Plus, it makes plenty of leftovers, so less cooking for you!

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Cajun Chicken Cassoulet

Iain Bagwell
Iain Bagwell

We put a Southern spin on this classic slow-cooked French dish—and we think it's better for it. Slow-braised with plenty of savory, comforting sauce, it's great for chilly days. Plus, it's made in just one pot.

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Quick Chicken Noodle Bowls

Jennifer Davick
Jennifer Davick

Dinner has never been snappier thanks to this recipe. The chicken is cooked with  garlic, cloves, broth, and ginger for tasty, tender chicken noodle bowls. Leftovers double as a great grab-and-go lunch for your workday.

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Chicken Stew And Dumplings

Jennifer Causey; Styling: Missie Neville Crawford
Jennifer Causey; Styling: Missie Neville Crawford

We went for chicken thighs and bacon to make this one of the tastiest suppers in the South. However, this meal's also got a healthy secret: we use cake flour and nonfat buttermilk to cut the fat content in half.

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Cauliflower Rice Bowl With Tahini-Herb Chicken

Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist Christine Keely
Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist Christine Keely

This colorful bowl is as hearty and bright as can be. Using cauliflower rice and a generous drizzle of Greek yogurt dressing guarantees a veggie-forward supper that is packed with big, bold flavors.

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Oven-Fried Chicken Thighs

Photographer: Will Dickey
Photographer: Will Dickey

Chicken cutlets are given a delectable upgrade when made with chicken thighs rather than the usual breasts. This easy recipe delivers juicy, tender chicken with a crispy coating.

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Chicken And Cornbread Dumplings

Iain Bagwell
Iain Bagwell

Our take on chicken and dumplings has two stars that fight for the center of attention: juicy shredded chicken thighs and scrumptious cornbread dumplings. When they come together they make dinnertime magic.

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Slow-Cooker Salsa Chicken

Caitlin Bensel
Caitlin Bensel

We enjoy this slow-cooked chicken recipe over rice, but it also doubles as a perfect filling for tacos or a topper for baked potatoes.

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Homemade Fried Chicken Sandwich

Photographer: Jennifer Causey Food Stylist: Rishon Hanners Prop Stylist: Christina Daley
Photographer: Jennifer Causey Food Stylist: Rishon Hanners Prop Stylist: Christina Daley

If you're craving the crunch of a fried chicken sandwich but want to avoid the drive-thru, we'll do you one better. This copycat fried chicken sandwich will far outshine any fast food joint—especially if your craving strikes on a Sunday (wink).

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Chicken And Sausage Jambalaya

<p>Jen Causey; Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle; Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn</p>

Jen Causey; Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle; Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn

Serve up a big batch of classic Creole goodness for supper this evening. We use both chicken thighs and smoked sausage to add rich flavor to this comforting dinner.

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Skillet BBQ Chicken

Alison Miksch
Alison Miksch

The whole family will rave over this easy dinner made in a cast-iron skillet. Customize this barbecue to your crew's preferences by upping or cutting the hot sauce and cayenne pepper.

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Lemon Chicken Soup

<p>Morgan Hunt Glaze; Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen; Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey</p>

Morgan Hunt Glaze; Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen; Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey

You can use many different chickens for this soup, but we prefer using the boneless thigh for an extra juicy touch. Since you can make this in your slow cooker, this recipe can't get any easier. The addition of lemon adds a burst of flavor to a comforting dish.

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