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Juicy Chicken Thigh Recipes

Five simple and flavorful chicken thigh recipes for any occasion. Includes oven-baked, air fryer, and sheet pan options.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: dinner
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Honey Garlic Thighs
  • 4 bone-in chicken thighs
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
Lemon Pepper Sheet Pan Thighs
  • 4 bone-in chicken thighs
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon pepper seasoning
  • 1 lemon sliced
Soy-Ginger Glazed Thighs
  • 4 bone-in chicken thighs
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp grated ginger
Creamy Tuscan Thighs
  • 4 bone-in chicken thighs
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
  • 1 cup spinach
BBQ Rub Baked Thighs
  • 4 bone-in chicken thighs
  • 2 tbsp BBQ rub
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. For Honey Garlic Thighs: Mix honey, garlic, and soy sauce. Coat chicken thighs and bake for 25 minutes.
  3. For Lemon Pepper Sheet Pan Thighs: Toss chicken with olive oil and lemon pepper. Add lemon slices and bake for 25 minutes.
  4. For Soy-Ginger Glazed Thighs: Combine soy sauce, honey, and ginger. Coat chicken and bake for 25 minutes.
  5. For Creamy Tuscan Thighs: Sear chicken, then add cream, tomatoes, and spinach. Simmer for 10 minutes.
  6. For BBQ Rub Baked Thighs: Rub chicken with BBQ seasoning and olive oil. Bake for 25 minutes.

Notes

For crispier skin, broil for the last 2-3 minutes. Adjust seasoning to taste.

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