13 Chicken Thigh Dinners Perfect For Dinner On A Budget
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If you’ve got a package of chicken thighs on hand, you have the foundation for a flavorful dinner that everyone will go ga-ga for. Chicken thighs are very versatile, juicy, and affordable. If you are trying to decide what to make with that pack of chicken thighs in your refrigerator here are twelve delicious dinners for you to choose from. Bonus, the leftovers all make a great lunch the next day.
1. Chicken Salad With Grapes
If a delicious chicken salad sounds like a great idea for dinner tonight, give this chicken salad with grapes recipe. It’s a little sweet, a little savory, and a whole lot delicious. Serve with some crackers and dig into this delicious meal.
2. Moroccan Chicken
You are going to be amazed by this richly spiced Moroccan chicken with big flavors. This is a dish that will have everyone racing to the dinner table. It’s amazing served with some flatbread and you can add a side salad or some steamed veggies to go with it.
3. Honey Mustard Chicken
This simple honey mustard chicken recipe is a flavor-packed meal you can effortlessly make in 30 minutes. You can even cook it ahead of time and reheat it for a quick dinner. Serve it with a baked potato or some mashed potatoes and a side of your favorite veggies.
4. Oven-Baked Chicken Thighs With Veggies
If you love chicken thighs, you’ll want to try these oven-baked chicken thighs. Chicken thighs are more flavorful than breasts, which many people prefer. This one-skillet dish is a great way to get dinner on the table, and if you want a carby side, you can try rice, potatoes, or even quinoa.
5. Bacon Stuffed Chicken Thighs
These bacon-stuffed chicken thighs are what you want to make when you need everyone to love dinner. They have epic flavor that goes with so many different types of side dishes. This main course is a crowd-pleaser you’ll want to make again and again.
6. Baked Garlic Chicken Thighs With Lemon
For garlic lovers, these baked garlic chicken thighs are a dream come true. This recipe uses an entire head of garlic and makes no apologies for it. It’s perfect served over rice. Include a side of steamed veggies and you have yourself a simple but delicious meal.
7. Air Fryer Tuscan Chicken Thighs
These Tuscan chicken thighs can be made in three different ways. But no matter how you make them, they cook up fast and easy. Prep takes less than 10 minutes, and you can serve these with just about any side dish you want to make.
8. Yogurt Chicken
This yogurt chicken is a delicious option for making either chicken breasts or chicken thighs. In fact, you can make just about any cut of chicken with this recipe. Prefer drumsticks? Go for it. Yogurt-marinated chicken is delicious.
9. Creamy Garlic Mushroom Chicken
If you love creamy chicken recipes, this is the one you want. Believe it or not, I made this delicious, creamy garlic mushroom chicken recipe without any dairy at all. But you can certainly use it if you want it.
10. Italian Chicken Wrap
If you love wraps, this healthy Italian chicken wrap is definitely a delicious option for meal prep for an easy lunch or dinner. It packs up easily, or if it will sit for a while and you don’t want the tortilla to get soggy, you can easily pack up the components instead and quickly assemble it at work or at your desk.
11. German Potato Dumpling Soup
Looking for a hearty and comforting soup that’s perfect for any occasion? Look no further than this delicious German potato dumpling soup recipe. It’s warm with soft, pillowy dumplings, tender chicken, and soul-soothing broth. Do not go an entire season without making this at least twice.
12. Artichoke Chicken Pasta
This artichoke chicken pasta is a deliciously different option for dinner tonight. It has wonderful Mediterranean flavors and is a hearty dish that pairs well with a side salad. Add a little crunchy garlic bread and you have a complete meal that will also give you great leftovers the next day.
13. Instant Pot Chicken Stew
This Instant Pot chicken stew recipe is perfect for a chilly evening. It’s a one-pot dump meal, so the meal prep is minimal. It’s comforting for an evening meal but also packs really well in a Thermos to take a warm lunch to work or school the next day.
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