Recipes with Chicken Thighs Boneless
These boneless chicken thigh recipes deliver maximum flavor with minimal effort. Juicy, quick-cooking, and perfect for weeknights, this versatile dish is a staple in real-life, family-friendly cooking.
Equipment
- Skillet
- Tongs
- Meat Thermometer
Ingredients
Core Ingredients
- 6 boneless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- salt and pepper to taste
Optional Add-Ins
- lemon juice for brightness
- fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish
- 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar optional for sweetness
Instructions
- Pat chicken thighs dry and season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sear the chicken thighs for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp 165°F).
- Add garlic and stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Optional: drizzle with honey or lemon juice. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve hot with your favorite sides.
Notes
Try adding chili flakes for spice or swap olive oil for avocado oil. Works great in sheet pan meals or sliced for stir-fries. Can be marinated for extra flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 310kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 28gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 135mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 320mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 1.1mg
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