Source: Nadin333, AdobeStockA healthy diet isn't just about chicken breast; juicy and appetizing chicken thighs fit in just as well! To make dishes as diet-friendly as possible, you can remove the skin from the thighs before cooking. Here's a selection of the best recipes for every day!
1. Healthy Chicken Thighs with Lemon and Rosemary in the Oven
Source: AdobeStockA classic combination that makes the meat aromatic and very tender.
You will need: 600 g chicken thighs, 1 lemon, 2 cloves garlic, 2 sprigs rosemary, 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, ground black pepper.
Preparation: Mix olive oil with minced garlic, salt, and ground pepper. Rub the thighs with this mixture, place them in a baking dish, and top with lemon slices and rosemary sprigs. Bake for 35-40 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius.
2. Healthy Chicken Thigh Curry with Coconut Milk
Source: AdobeStockFor this recipe, you'll only need the meat from the thighs.
You will need: 600 g chicken thighs, 1 bell pepper, 200 ml coconut milk, 1 tsp curry, ginger, salt.
Preparation: Cut the chicken into small pieces and lightly fry in a non-stick pan. Add chopped bell pepper and grated ginger, pour in coconut milk, season with salt and spices. Simmer everything together for 15-20 minutes over low heat.
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3. Healthy Chicken Thighs with Zucchini and Tomatoes
Source: AdobeStockThey can also be baked in an air fryer – it will be a bit faster.
You will need: 600 g chicken thighs, 1 zucchini, 2 tomatoes, 1 tbsp soy sauce, salt, ground black pepper, Provence herbs, other spices to taste.
Preparation: Marinate chicken thighs for 15 minutes in soy sauce with spices and Provence herbs. Roughly chop the vegetables, place everything in a baking dish, and bake for approximately 40 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius.
4. Healthy Chicken Thighs in Soy-Ginger Marinade
Source: AdobeStockAsian cuisine notes will perfectly diversify your lunch.
You will need: 600 g chicken thighs, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp honey, 2 cloves garlic, 1 tbsp grated ginger.
Preparation: Mix soy sauce, honey, ginger, and minced garlic. Marinate chicken thighs in this mixture for 30 minutes. Then bake them for about 30-35 minutes in the oven or air fryer at 180 degrees Celsius.
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5. Braised Chicken Thighs with Broccoli in Mustard Sauce
Source: AdobeStockHearty, delicious, and very healthy!
You will need: 600 g chicken thighs, 1 head broccoli, 100 ml yogurt, 1-2 tsp Dijon mustard, salt, spices, vegetable oil.
Preparation: Lightly fry the thighs in a minimal amount of oil, add broccoli florets and a little water, and simmer for 10 minutes. Separately mix yogurt, Dijon mustard, salt, and spices, pour over the chicken, and simmer everything together for another 7-8 minutes over low heat.
6. Healthy Chicken Thighs with Sour Cream in the Oven
Source: AdobeStockNo mayonnaise needed here!
You will need: 600 g chicken thighs, 1/2 cup sour cream, 1/2 lemon, 1/2 bunch parsley, 2 cloves garlic, 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, spices, aromatic herbs.
Preparation: Finely chop parsley and garlic, zest the lemon, and mix all this with sour cream, olive oil, salt, spices, and aromatic herbs. Marinate chicken thighs in the resulting marinade for half an hour, then transfer to a baking dish and bake for 45-50 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius.
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7. Healthy Chicken Thighs with Oranges in the Oven
Source: AdobeStockSuch a healthy dish will even grace a festive table.
You will need: 600 g chicken thighs, 2 oranges, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 2-3 cloves garlic, 1 tsp dried ginger, salt, ground red pepper.
Preparation: Squeeze juice from one orange and mix it with soy sauce, finely chopped garlic, ginger, salt, and ground pepper. Marinate chicken thighs in this marinade for several hours or even leave them overnight in the refrigerator.
Then place the chicken in a baking dish, pour the remaining marinade over it, and arrange slices of the second orange. Bake the dish for 45-50 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius.
8. Healthy Chicken Thighs with Buckwheat in the Oven
Source: AdobeStockYou can use any other grain in the same way.
You will need: 600 g chicken thighs, 250 g buckwheat, 1 carrot, 1 onion, 1 tbsp vegetable oil, salt, spices.
Preparation: Lightly fry the thighs in a minimal amount of oil, set aside, and in the same pan, fry chopped onion with garlic. Rinse the buckwheat, mix it with the vegetables, place in a baking dish, and arrange the chicken thighs on top.
Season, pour in approximately 500 ml of boiling water, and bake the dish for 40 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius. Monitor the buckwheat and add more boiling water if needed.
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9. Healthy Chicken Thighs with Lentils and Turmeric
Source: AdobeStockA rather hearty and protein-rich dish.
You will need: 600 g chicken thighs, 150 g red lentils, 1 carrot, 0.5 tsp turmeric, salt.
Preparation: Grate the carrot and sauté it in a pan with a spoonful of water. Add chicken thighs and lightly fry on all sides. Add rinsed lentils, salt, and turmeric, pour in water in a 1:2 ratio, and simmer everything for 20-25 minutes under a lid over low heat.
10. Healthy Chicken Thighs with Bulgur and Dried Apricots
Source: AdobeStockAn oriental flavor with a pleasant tartness from dried fruits.
You will need: 600 g chicken thighs, 150 g bulgur, 1 handful dried apricots, cumin, salt, spices to taste.
Preparation: Rinse and finely chop the dried apricots. Place bulgur, dried apricots, and all spices in a baking dish, add chicken thighs on top, and pour boiling water over everything. Cover with foil and bake for approximately 45 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius.