Chicken thighs are the perfect choice for tasty, juicy meals. Unlike breasts, they contain more fat, giving them an irresistible tenderness. Whether you cook them in the oven, in a pan or on the barbecue, these cuts lend themselves to many gourmet recipes. Discover our 10 best recipes for chicken thighs to delight the whole family!
1. Oven-Roasted Chicken Legs
Ingredients
- 4 chicken thighs with skin
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tsp. smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp herbes de Provence
- Salt and pepper to taste
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Combine the olive oil, paprika, garlic powder and herbes de Provence.
- Brush the thighs with the marinade and season with salt and pepper.
- Place on a baking sheet lined with baking paper.
- Bake for about 35 minutes, or until the skin is golden and crisp.
- Serve with roasted vegetables or a fresh salad.
2. Chicken Legs in Creamy Garlic Sauce
Ingredients
- 4 boneless chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 200 ml fresh cream
- 50 g grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Preparation
- Heat the butter in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Brown the thighs for 5 minutes on each side.
- Add the chopped garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Stir in the cream, Parmesan and mustard.
- Simmer over low heat for 10 minutes until thickened.
- Season and serve with pasta or rice.
3. Barbecued marinated chicken thighs
Ingredients
- 4 chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp. soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tsp. grated ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Preparation
- Mix all the ingredients in a bowl and add the chicken.
- Leave to marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
- Heat your barbecue over medium heat.
- Grill the thighs for about 6 minutes on each side.
- Serve with crisp coleslaw or basmati rice.
4. Chicken thighs with honey and mustard
Ingredients
- 4 chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp. honey
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper
Preparation
- Mix honey, mustard and olive oil.
- Brush over thighs and marinate for 30 minutes.
- Fry or bake until golden brown.
5. Cajun Spiced Chicken Legs
Ingredients
- 4 chicken thighs
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper
Preparation
- Mix the spices with the oil and rub into the thighs.
- Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 30 minutes.
6. Chicken thighs in a vegetable casserole
Ingredients
- 4 chicken thighs
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 2 potatoes, cubed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 200 ml chicken stock
- Salt, pepper, thyme
Preparation
- Sauté onion and carrots in olive oil.
- Add the thighs and brown.
- Pour in the stock, add the potatoes and season.
- Simmer, covered, for 30 minutes.
7. Asian Caramelized Chicken Legs
Ingredients
- 4 chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp. soy sauce
- 2 tbsp. honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Preparation
- Mix all ingredients and marinate for 1 hour.
- Pan-fry until caramelized.
8. Chicken thighs with white wine and mushrooms
Ingredients
- 4 chicken thighs
- 200 ml white wine
- 150 g sliced mushrooms
- 1 tablespoon crème fraîche
Preparation
- Brown the thighs and mushrooms.
- Deglaze with white wine and reduce.
- Add the cream and simmer for 10 minutes.
9. Chicken Legs with Lemon and Rosemary
Ingredients
- 4 chicken thighs
- 1 lemon, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 sprig rosemary
Preparation
- Brown the chicken in the oil.
- Add the lemon and rosemary.
- Simmer for 20 minutes over low heat.
10. Tajine Chicken Legs with Olives and Lemon Confit
Ingredients
- 4 chicken thighs
- 100 g green olives
- 1 preserved lemon
- 1 tbsp. ras-el-hanout
Preparation
- Brown the chicken with the spices.
- Add the olives and chopped preserved lemon.
- Simmer for 40 minutes over low heat.
Conclusion
Chicken thighs are an economical and tasty option for a variety of meals. Whether you like them creamy, spicy or grilled, these recipes are sure to satisfy every taste bud. Try them today and enjoy!
