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    25 Inexpensive Chicken Thigh Recipes

    Published: Aug 18, 2023 Modified: Aug 18, 2023 by Karen Kelly This post may contain affiliate links.

    Chicken thighs are a great solution if you're looking for a budget-friendly meal that can feed a family. With these healthy, simple, and inexpensive recipes, chicken thighs might just become a new dinner staple. They are easy to prepare and super versatile!

    1. Soy Glazed Chicken Thighs

    Soy Glazed Chicken Thighs
    Photo Credit: Karen Kelly.

    Soy-Glazed Chicken Thighs have the juiciest and most tender meat under a wonderfully crispy chicken skin. This family favorite comfort food has only 4 basic ingredients, plus the chicken thighs, and can be customized to fit Whole30, paleo, or keto diet. Get the Soy Glazed Chicken Thighs recipe here.

    2. Keto Air Fryer Chicken Thighs

    Photo Credit: Karen Kelly.

    Keto Air Fryer Chicken Thighs are perfectly seasoned and cooked to their optimal crispiness in the air fryer. They are perfect for weekly meal prep and taste great the next day. Get the Keto Air Fryer Chicken Thighs recipe here.

    3. Instant Pot Chicken Teriyaki Recipe

    Photo Credit: Karen Kelly.

    Instant Pot Chicken Teriyaki thighs are the easiest weeknight recipe ever. The teriyaki sauce is easily made with only a few ingredients and gluten-free. Quick and easy instant pot pressure cooker dinners are the best! Get the Instant Pot Chicken Teriyaki Recipe here.

    4. Sheet Pan Chicken and Brussel Sprouts

    Sheet Pan Chicken and Brussel Sprouts
    Photo Credit: Karen Kelly.

    If you're looking for an easy dinner when you've had a busy day, look no further. This Sheet Pan Chicken and Brussel Sprouts is a no-brainer winner of a chicken dinner that will please even the pickiest eaters in your house. Get the Sheet Pan Chicken and Brussel Sprouts recipe here.

    5. Sheet Pan Chicken With Turmeric

    Sheet Pan Chicken With Tumeric
    Photo Credit: Karen Kelly.

    Sheet Pan Chicken with Turmeric is so easy to make on a weeknight. The turmeric adds wonderful flavor and the chicken is tender and moist. It is also suitable for keto, paleo, gluten-free, and whole30 diets. Get the Sheet Pan Chicken With Turmeric recipe here.

    6. Pineapple Grilled Chicken Skewers

    Pineapple Chicken
    Photo Credit: Karen Kelly.

    Time to dust off those grills and get outdoors. Try these Pineapple Grilled Chicken Skewers for a healthy, gluten-free dish at your next cookout. The marinade has only 4 ingredients. Get the Pineapple Grilled Chicken Skewers recipe here.

    7. Roasted Clementine Five Spice Chicken

    Clementine Five Spice Chicken
    Photo Credit: Karen Kelly.

    This Roasted Clementine Five Spice Chicken is easy to prepare and can be on the table in less than 30 minutes. The Chinese five-spice powder makes this chicken so flavorful, your whole family will love it. Get the Roasted Clementine Five Spice Chicken recipe here.

    8. Mediterranean Skillet Chicken with Greens

    Mediterranean Skillet Chicken with Greens
    Photo Credit: Karen Kelly.

    Try this hearty, healthy Mediterranean Skillet Chicken with Greens. It's packed with nutritious vegetables and sprinkled with spices to liven it up a bit. It's a filling meal that can be prepped on Sunday and eaten all week! Get the Mediterranean Skillet Chicken with Greens recipe here.

    9. Make-Ahead Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Peppers

    Photo Credit: Fresh April Flours.

    An easy, make-ahead weeknight meal that makes great leftovers and can be easily doubled to feed a crowd or larger family. Get the Make-Ahead Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Peppers recipe here.

    10. Slow Cooker Honey Soy Chicken & Broccoli

    Photo Credit: Tastes of Lizzy T.

    This is an easy dinner idea for busy weeknights. This slow cooker honey soy chicken & broccoli is served over rice for a complete meal with delicious flavor. Get the Slow Cooker Honey Soy Chicken & Broccoli recipe here.

    11. Grilled Cilantro Lime Chicken Salad

    Photo Credit: Thai Caliente.

    A tangy and hearty salad of fresh veggies, grilled cilantro lime chicken, and a homemade creamy cilantro dressing. To meal prep the salad or for leftovers, store the toppings in individual containers and the dressing separately. Get the Grilled Cilantro Lime Chicken Salad recipe here.

    12. Chicken Thigh Piccata

    Photo Credit: Pinch and Swirl.

    Chicken Thigh Piccata is made with juicy chicken thighs that are pounded flat, dredged in flour and pan-fried until crisp then served in a luscious lemon butter sauce that's studded with capers. Get the Chicken Thigh Piccata recipe here.

    13. Baked BBQ Chicken Thighs

    Photo Credit: From a Chef's Kitchen.

    This sweet and spicy Baked BBQ Chicken Thighs recipe is a breeze to make in your oven for a quick, budget-friendly weeknight meal year-round or a gathering with friends. You can whip up the Apricot Chipotle Barbecue Sauce in just a few minutes using your favorite barbecue sauce for finger-licking goodness! Get the Baked BBQ Chicken Thighs recipe here.

    14. Greek Chicken Thighs Sheet Pan Recipe

    Photo Credit: The Clean Eating Couple.

    The easy Greek Chicken Thighs Recipe is the perfect meal! Made with simple ingredients, this sheet pan chicken thigh dinner is yummy & healthy! Get the Greek Chicken Thighs Sheet Pan Recipe recipe here.

    15. Sous Vide Chicken Thighs

    Photo Credit: Two Kooks in the Kitchen.

    Count on super juicy and tender chicken every time you make sous vide chicken thighs. No guesswork. For this recipe, use bone-in thighs and a 3-ingredient sweet-savory glaze for a simple and delicious finish. Get the Sous Vide Chicken Thighs recipe here.

    16. Nasi Goreng

    Photo Credit: Chocolates & Chai.

    Nasi Goreng is Indonesia’s take on fried rice. It’s very slightly sweetened due to a little kecap manis, with a hit of spice from sambal oelek. It is a delicious and versatile fried recipe, and then we’re going to top it off with a perfectly fried egg. Get the Nasi Goreng recipe here.

    17. Thai Cashew Chicken

    Photo Credit: Bayev's Kitchen.

    The chicken and cashew pieces are coated in sauce, but not floating in it as in gravy. This makes the Thai version lighter and fresher. Get the Thai Cashew Chicken recipe here.

    18. Grilled Chicken Poke Bowl

    Photo Credit: Dished by Kate.

    These easy grilled chicken poke bowls are fresh, healthy and a fab way to get lots of veggies in. With juicy miso chicken thighs, proper sushi rice, a super punchy dressing and crunchy toppings, you’ll want to make them again and again. Get the Grilled Chicken Poke Bowl recipe here.

    19. Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken Stir-Fry

    Photo Credit: Delightful Plate.

    Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken Stir-Fry (ga xao sa ot) perfectly combines tender and juicy chicken, fragrant lemongrass, chili peppers, and fish sauce. This dish is super quick and easy to make for daily meals. Get the Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken Stir-Fry recipe here.

    20. Marry Me Chicken

    Photo Credit: The Food Blog.

    This Marry Me Chicken Recipe, with juicy, crispy chicken thighs smothered in a creamy sundried tomato cream sauce, is perfect for date night. It's love at first bite! But this delicious chicken recipe is so simple to make, it could also become your new family favorite chicken dinner. Get the Marry Me Chicken recipe here.

    21. Mediterranean Chicken Casserole

    Photo Credit: It's Not Complicated Recipes.

    If you feel the need for comfort food that is quick and easy to prepare, look no further than this full-of-flavour Mediterranean Chicken Casserole. This one-pot meal is easy enough for a weeknight or ideal for relaxed weekend entertaining. As a bonus, it can be made ahead of time. Be certain, your family and friends will love it. Get the Mediterranean Chicken Casserole recipe here.

    22. Sheet Pan Chicken & Apple Curry

    Photo Credit: Foxes Love Lemons.

    This easy Sheet Pan Chicken & Apple Curry is a complete meal on a pan, and will fill your family up with chicken, rice, fruits and vegetables. Everything goes onto a single baking pan! Get the Sheet Pan Chicken & Apple Curry recipe here.

    23. Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs

    Photo Credit: The Clean Eating Couple.

    An Easy Baked Chicken Thighs Recipe that you’ll love! Learn how to make the Best Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs for a healthy, delicious dinner! Get the Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs recipe here.

    24. New Zealand Style Butter Chicken

    Photo Credit: Dished by Kate.

    This super easy, delicious New Zealand style butter chicken recipe takes just 20 minutes to make. It uses store cupboard staples – including a secret, very Kiwi ingredient you may be surprised to see! Get the New Zealand Style Butter Chicken recipe here.

    25. Fried Thai-Style Curry Rice

    Photo Credit: Bayev's Kitchen.

    Thai-style fried rice with chicken and curry is tangy, spicy and very flavorful, and most importantly, perfectly crumbly and incredibly delicious. Get the Fried thai-styled curry rice recipe here.

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    Hi, I'm Karen Kelly a certified health coach, freelance food writer, and blogger. At Seasonal Cravings, you will find wholesome gluten-free recipes and healthy lifestyle tips.

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