Check out our easy chicken thigh recipes, including baked chicken thighs. This part of meat is more succulent and flavoursome than chicken breast, as well as being cheaper – and because they stay tender and don’t dry out when reheated, they are perfect for midweek recipes that can be boxed up for an effortless packed lunch.
All quick and easy to make, our best recipes using chicken thighs pack a flavour punch. Have a go at our chicken and tarragon casserole, or why not whip up our African chicken, sweet potato and peanut curry? It’s perfect for freezing too, so double up the recipe to save time later.
Looking for a healthy chicken thigh recipe? Our one pot chicken with cannellini beans and chorizo comes in at under 300 calories.
Ingredients
- We use chicken thighs to create these dishes
Harissa chicken and white bean bake
This vibrant recipe sees chicken thighs slathered with harissa and cooked in a rich tomato sauce with beans and olives – a healthy, high-protein family meal.
‘Roast’ chicken dinner
Add a twist to your Sunday roast with our whole chicken recipes, marinated in flavours such as spiced yogurt, slathered in garlic butter or dry-brined for perfect results every time.
Chicken risotto
Cook up a simple supper the whole family will tuck into with relish. This easy risotto recipe comes flavoured with chicken thighs, smoked bacon lardons and plenty of parmesan
Easy chicken thigh pilaf traybake
Add a bit of spice to your chicken traybake with cinnamon, cumin and turmeric for an easy midweek dinner.
Korean-style chicken stew
A hearty dish with a gochujang kick to heat things up over the winter months.
Chicken tinga
This smoky, spicy Mexican one-pot freezes well if you have any leftover – serve in tacos, enchiladas, quesadillas, or simply in bowls with rice and a dollop of yogurt as a comforting Friday night dinner.
Quick roast chicken thighs and lentils with salsa verde
Our favourite healthy chicken thigh recipe. This quick roast chicken and lentils with salsa verde is one of our favourite baked chicken thigh recipes. It makes a comforting meal for two in just an hour, making it perfect for during the week - and the many health benefits of lentils are worth noting too!
Soy sauce braised chicken thighs with kohlrabi salad
Check out these sticky succulent baked chicken thighs with punchy kohlrabi salad. This easy recipe is both sweet and salty, and makes for a flavoursome midweek meal.
Indian garlic and black pepper chicken curry
Looking for a chicken thigh curry? Our fragrant southern Indian curry is unusual in that it gets all its heat from black pepper rather than chilli. For maximum flavour from the spices, marinate the chicken thighs for as long as you can, then it’s a speedy curry to make. Find our favourite chicken curry recipes over here.
Ras el hanout and honey BBQ chicken thighs
Marinade chicken thighs in warming ras el hanout and sweet honey for a fragrant twist on classic BBQ chicken.
Baked lemon chicken thighs
Try our moreish tray bake packed with crisp chicken thighs, creamy lemon sauce and fragrant rosemary.
Oven ‘fried’ chicken thighs with purple slaw
Coated in crispy breadcrumbs and served with a fresh and crunchy slaw, this is our healthy version of a KFC takeaway.
Kebab king chicken shawarma
Take the classic Middle Eastern kebab to the next level with spiced, juicy chicken thighs wrapped up with masses of garlic sauce, chilli, salad, pickles and even chips. Discover more of our best kebab recipes here.
Kung pao caramel chicken
Using caramel in savoury cooking adds a smoky, sweet depth to marinades and braises, and brings an extra dimension to this Chinese chicken classic. Discover our best Chinese recipes here.
Sri Lankan cashew chicken thigh curry
Make your own Sri Lankan curry powder and combine with coconut milk and toasted cashews to spice up chicken thighs in this impressive curry. Scoop up with warm roti for a comforting midweek meal.
Sweet and sour caramel chicken thighs
We use pomegranate molasses to make a sticky caramel coating for these marinated chicken thighs, ideal for a pretty dinner party dish.
Tray-baked chicken thighs with romesco
Check out our chicken thigh tray bake with romesco. This all-in-one bake is a great summer evening meal. The smoky paprika and sweetness of honey give this dish a real edge.
Chicken satay noodle salad
Check out our easy chicken satay noodle salad recipe with red cabbage, shredded carrots and roasted peanuts. This vibrant crunchy salad is low in calories and ready in an hour.
Chicken adobo
Check out our low calorie pan-fried chicken thigh recipe served with steamed rice and greens. This is a traditional Filipino dish made with soy sauce and vinegar. The strong flavours mellow a little with cooking, leaving a deeply savoury sauce behind.
Kung pao chicken
Check out this punchy Chinese kung pao recipe with chicken. The traditional Szechuan version is made with dried chillies, but we’ve used fresh instead.
Chicken tray bake with lemon, olives and orzo
Looking for a recipe for baked chicken thighs? Our chicken tray bake with lemon, olives and orzo is a great midweek meal for all the family. It's super simple, and low in calories. Plus, using chicken thighs means it is cheap to make. Try our easy savoury tray bake ideas here.
BBQ buffalo chicken thighs with wedged ranch salad
Check out this epic bbq chicken thigh recipe with punchy buffalo sauce, fresh and crunchy iceberg lettuce and creamy ranch dressing. This easy recipe is perfect for a summertime bbq with friends and ready in under an hour. More inspiring BBQ recipes to try here...
Chicken goulash
Check out this juicy chicken goulash recipe with peppery paprika. Serve this simple one-pot with tagliatelle or rice for an easy midweek family meal. Plus it's low in calories, too.
Paprika chicken thighs with cherry tomatoes, courgette ribbons and mint
Check out these seriously crispy, smoky chicken thighs with easy courgette ribbons and juicy cherry tomatoes. This super easy meal is high in protein, low in calories and ready in less than an hour.
One-pot Spanish rice with chicken and chorizo
Searching for family meal ideas? Chicken and chorizo is a classic combination, and this recipe for one-pot Spanish rice with chicken thighs, chorizo and plenty of smoked paprika is a great way to make the most of these flavours. It's super easy and ready in under an hour, perfect for weeknight meals.
Chicken casserole with new potatoes and tarragon
Looking for healthy chicken thigh recipes? Our chicken thigh casserole with new potatoes and tarragon is a great one-pot to feed the family that cuts down on washing up. It's ready in an hour and under 500 calories - perfect for midweek! Looking for more low calorie inspiration? Check out our favourite recipes under 500 calories.
Pan-fried chicken thighs with lemon, caper and marsala caramelised butter sauce
Easy to make and ready in under 30 minutes, these pan-fried chicken thighs with lemon, caper and marsala caramelised butter sauce is great for a cheap midweek meal that feels like a treat.
Sriracha chicken thighs with pickled plum slaw
BBQ season might be over but that doesn't stop you recreating that chargrilled taste in your kitchen with this impressive seared sriracha chicken recipe. If you're planning on making more sriracha recipes or just can't get enough of the sriracha flavour, why not try making your own sriracha sauce?
Sumac-roasted chicken thigh traybake
Another of our favourite baked chicken thigh recipes. Our sumac-roasted chicken traybake is packed with flavour, plus it's low in calories and gluten free. Serve with zesty yogurt dressing, and you have yourself a quick and easy summer dish.
Chicken filo pies
These quick and easy chicken filo pies are super crunchy and creamy. Ready in just 40 minutes, these lighter pies are a great midweek meal for 4. Here's another chicken pie recipe to try.
Easy chicken mole
Our recipe for cheat's chicken mole uses a clever product to mean it's ready in less than an hour and is under 300 calories – perfect for a midweek treat.
Sesame miso chicken thighs with sweet and sour salad
Want expand your repertoire of quick healthy chicken thigh recipes for dinner? This sesame miso chicken with sweet and sour salad is really easy, ready in 30 minutes and low in calories to boot. Miso paste is a great staple - it keeps for ages in the fridge, and adds a deep savoury flavour.
Buttermilk chicken rolls with simple slaw
Soaking the chicken thighs in buttermilk tenderises the meat and helps the crispy coating stick. This recipe for buttermilk fried chicken burgers with simple slaw uses skinless, boneless chicken thighs and makes a great DIY takeaway to make at home.
Cinnamon chicken thighs bulgar pilaf
One of our favourite healthy chicken thigh recipes, this quick and easy pilaf uses bulgur wheat, a hearty wholegrain filled with health benefits. Combining chicken thighs with spinach, bulgar and cinnamon, it's a fast and convenient midweek meal for two.
One-pot chicken with cannellini beans and chorizo
This one-pot chicken recipe with cannellini beans and chorizo is really easy to make and requires minimal hands-on time. What's more, it comes in at under 300 calories, making it a great midweek meal. Find more low calorie chicken recipes here.
