Juicy, versatile, and weeknight-friendly
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While I can't say for sure, I'm pretty confident that whoever coined the phrase "Winner, winner, chicken dinner" was eating boneless chicken thighs. Why? They're an incredibly versatile cut that's not only more moist and flavorful than chicken breasts, but also faster to cook and much more difficult to overcook.
Here are some of my favorite weeknight friendly recipes using boneless chicken thighs that can be made in anywhere from 20 to about 60 minutes. In addition, I've included a couple of slow cooker recipes that take longer but have a short prep time. Enjoy!
Instant Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup
Simply Recipes / Coco Morante
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"While the soup is cooking under pressure, you can get your toppings ready—slice up avocado, chop cilantro, and get your tortilla strips nice and crispy. Traditionally, they’re fried, but I find it easier (and less greasy) to bake them in the oven, toaster oven, or air fryer."—Coco Morante, Recipe Developer
Yasmin Fahr's Chicken Thighs with Chili Crisp
Matt Russell
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"Serve it with Miso-Coconut Rice with Greens (found on page 48 of "Cook Simply, Live Fully"), plain rice, or greens you have on hand."—Yasmin Fahr, Recipe Developer
Microwave Oyakodon (Japanese Chicken and Egg Rice Bowl)
Simply Recipes / Frank Tiu
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"Oyakodon means “mother and child bowl” in Japanese, a sweet nod to the chicken and eggs in the recipe. It’s a popular rice bowl served at restaurants and at home. "—Myo Quinn, Former Associate Editorial Director
Baked Chicken Marinara
Simply Recipes / Elise Bauer
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"This baked chicken marinara dish is my mother's version of chicken parmesan, in that chicken pieces, are breaded, fried, smothered with sauce, topped with Mozzarella, and baked."—Elise Bauer, Founder
Yotam Ottolenghi's Chicken and Spaghetti
Simply Recipes / Mark Beahm
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"The recipe is laid out to help you multitask. Prep the onion and garlic while the chicken browns and make the breadcrumbs, wipe your countertops, and wash the cutting board while the chicken and pasta cook. By the time you serve dinner—in under one hour—your kitchen will be spanking clean."—Devan Grimsrud, Recipe Developer
Chicken and Broccoli Pasta
Simply Recipes / Mihaela Kozaric Sebrek
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"The one thing you don’t want to swap out is the white wine. While it might not seem like a key ingredient here, the wine forms the base of the sauce and gives it a rich but subtle flavor. Without it, the garlic and lemon will taste too acidic and sharp."—Georgia Freedman, Recipe Developer
Coconut Lime Chicken
Simply Recipes / Ciara Kehoe
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"You can make this recipe with chicken thighs instead [of breasts]. Use boneless, skinless thighs and cut them into 1-inch pieces. When the dish is done, the meat should register over 165°F or it’ll be tough."—Laurel Randolph, Associate Editorial Director
3-Ingredient Lemon Chicken
Simply Recipes / Ali Redmond
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"You can use boneless, skin-on chicken thighs for this recipe; the cooking time will be approximately the same. I would not recommend using skinless cuts here, as the crispy texture of the skin is a key component."—Devan Grimsrud, Recipe Developer
Baked Chicken Thighs With Cherry Tomatoes
Simply Recipes / Elise Bauer
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"The recipe calls for bone-in thighs. If you make it with boneless thighs, you may need to reduce the cooking time by a few minutes."—Elise
Char Siu Chicken
Simply Recipes / Alison Conklin
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"Classic char siu is made with fatty pork shoulder, which requires an overnight marinade for good flavor. My healthy weeknight alternative is to use chicken thighs."—Andrea Nguyen, Recipe Developer
Crispy Chicken With Zucchini and Shallots
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"You can substitute boneless, skinless chicken thighs. They won’t take as long to brown and you won’t get the deliciously crispy skin."—Laurel Randolph, Associate Editorial Director
Instant Pot Chicken and Rice
Simply Recipes / Coco Morante
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"To add more nutrition and vegetables, fold in some cooked broccoli at the end."—Coco Morante, Recipe Developer
Chipotle Chicken Chowder
Simply Recipes / Ross Yoder
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"The recipe calls for boneless, skinless thighs. If you use skin-on chicken thighs, I recommend skimming some of the excess fat off the surface of the chowder before adding the half and half for a lighter, more balanced dish."—Ross Yoder, Recipe Developer
Tuscan-Style Chicken Thighs
Simply Recipes / Photo by Rachel Vanni / Food Styling by Tiffany Schleigh
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"Let the thighs cook undisturbed and resist the urge to move them around. If the chicken is stuck to the pan when it’s time to flip, just give it a bit more time. Let it cook for another minute or two until it easily releases from the surface."—Theodora Kaloudis, Recipe Developer
Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken
Simply Recipes / Elise Bauer
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"If the shredded chicken is a bit liquid-y, don't worry. The chicken will absorb back more of the liquid as it sits, especially if you make it ahead and chill."—Elise
Slow Cooker Chicken with Moroccan Spices
Simply Recipes / Elise Bauer
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"You can substitute dates or prunes for the raisins."—Elise
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