15 Chicken Thigh Recipes to Make This Summer

Instant Pot Braised Chicken Thighs and Tomatillos

"I love the light, fresh, verde style sauce with this chicken!" says Allstar fabeveryday. "Just enough of a kick without being too spicy."

Greek Chicken and Potato Bowl

Cherry tomatoes and red wine vinegar add explosive flavor to this chicken and potato bowl. Parsley and cucumbers lend a crisp quality to this top-rated recipe from Chef John.

Grilled Chicken Street Tacos

"These chicken street tacos are easy to make with minimal cleanup. Grilling both the chicken and tortillas gives these tacos a nice, subtle smokiness. I like to double up the tortillas to make them easier to eat." —France Cevallos

Coconut Lime Chicken

"This saucy coconut lime chicken is a nice way to switch up the usual dinner routine. It's super customizable; and is excellent when served over basmati or jasmine rice." —Kim

Deviled Chicken Thighs

"Deviled chicken thighs are topped with Dijon mustard and a buttery, crispy panko topping. A great easy weeknight recipe—while the chicken is baking, you can make a salad or steam some veggies for a complete meal." —Catherine Jessee

One-Pot Cilantro Lime Chicken Thighs and Rice

This hearty, citrus-forward dish is sure to please on summer weeknights. Freshly squeezed lime juice, lime zest, and chili powder create vibrant taste that gets even better on a fluffy bed of long-grain rice.

One-Pan Caprese Chicken Thighs

"These one-pan caprese chicken thighs feature all the flavors you love in a caprese salad, done as a main dish skillet meal with chicken. Why, yes, please! We like this dish with a green vegetable or salad, with warm crusty bread." —Brenda Venable

Taiwanese Popcorn Chicken

A wonderfully crispy coating and tender interior makes this popcorn chicken recipe one to beat. After a 10-minute marinade and quick deep-fry, enjoy intensely savory goodness that's too good to put down.

Tomato Chicken

"I found this recipe so that I could use all the fresh tomatoes from my garden from the summer," shares one Allrecipes member. "I added onions, mushrooms, and scallions and served over rice with Parmesan cheese. My picky boys asked me to make it again!"

Grilled Chicken Thighs with Peach and Cherry Salsa

Use fresh stone fruit to create one-of-a-kind flavor all season long. Diced peaches, jalapeno peppers, and smoked paprika combine for a tantalizing salsa topping in this 5-star chicken thigh recipe.

Instant Pot Thai-Style Green Curry Chicken

On the hunt for a first-class Instant Pot chicken recipe? This luscious curry, equipped with bell peppers, basil, and chopped chicken thighs, is bound to be your new favorite.

Baked Lemon Butter Chicken Thighs

"These delicious lemon garlic chicken thighs are low carb, keto friendly, and easy enough for a weeknight meal," says Allstar France C. "Guaranteed to impress the pickiest eaters! Serve over egg noodles, mashed potatoes, rice, or alongside your favorite vegetables."

Grilled Chicken Thighs with Mango-Ancho Sauce

Enjoy sweet, smoky chicken thighs glazed with a fiery mango sauce for dinner tonight. This mouthwatering recipe makes the most of seasonal produce and keeps everyone at the table happy.

Creole Chicken Stew with Baby Lima Beans

Lima beans are at their best in summertime — allow them to shine in this hearty stew recipe. Bacon, broth, and fire-roasted tomatoes come together to perfectly complement pan-seared chicken thighs.

Grilled Caesar Chicken

"The ingredients of a Caesar dressing make a flavorful marinade for grilled chicken thighs. Egg yolk and Parmesan cheese give this chicken a nice, golden color and a rich flavor." —Chef John

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