Tag: chicken thighs

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Louisiana-Style Chicken Soup 18

OK, so technically we can’t call this a gumbo because there is no roux. But it certainly tastes like a gumbo, right down to the Cajun trinity of onion, celery, and green bell pepper. Serve with a crusty baguette for mopping up every last delicious drop. Ingredients 1 teaspoon canola oil 12 ounces skinless, boneless […]

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Tahini-Marinated Chicken Thighs with Cucumber-and-Tomato Salad 18

Adding tahini to the marinade makes the chicken buttery tender without an overwhelming amount of sesame flavor in the finished dish. It also helps the chicken to char nicely on the grill. Ingredients Chicken: 1/4 cup tahini (sesame seed paste), well stirred 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley 3 tablespoons olive oil 3 tablespoons […]

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Main-Dish Chicken Salads

A simple lemon vinaigrette doubles as a marinade. Make sure to pat the chicken dry before searing, or the excess liquid will keep the meat from browning. This salad is packs a serious crunch and is loaded with superfoods and antioxidants to keep you satisfied and energized. Ingredients 1/4 cup olive oil 1 teaspoon grated […]

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Slow Cooker Chicken with 40 Cloves of Garlic

White meat can dry out after a long haul in the slow cooker, so we opt for bone-in thighs to guarantee optimal flavor and succulence. Make prep easier with prepeeled garlic, and pretty-up the platter with lemon slices and thyme sprigs.   Ingredients Cooking spray 1 cup unsalted chicken stock 1/4 cup dry white wine […]

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Curried Chicken Thighs with Pomegranate-Mint Sauce

Talk about a company-worthy meal without much effort or a hefty price tag. Serve this easy and elegant entrée over a bed of couscous and with a side of the Steamed Broccoli with Garlic and Red Onion. Ingredients 8 (3-oz.) skinless, boneless chicken thighs 1 teaspoon Madras curry powder 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon […]

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Grilled Chicken Thighs With Peach Salad

Sweet peaches and tart green tomatoes gain depth from a bit of char on the grill, a simple yet surprisingly delicious side for grilled chicken thighs. Look for peaches that are still slightly firm; these will hold up better on the grill. If you can’t find green tomatoes, you can substitute slightly firm red tomatoes, […]

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Spiced Grilled Chicken Thighs With Creamy Chile-Herb Sauce

We love the contrast of the bright, herbaceous sauce with the smoky grilled chicken thighs. Ingredients 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, divided 1 tablespoon minced garlic, divided 2 teaspoons smoked paprika 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar, divided 1 teaspoon ground cumin 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black […]

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Grilled Chicken Thighs with Ginger Sauce

Flavorful chicken thighs might just be our favorite cut. Here we dress them up with a simple ginger-scallion sauce. Ingredients 1 (8.8-ounce) package precooked brown rice (such as Uncle Ben’s) 8 teaspoons peanut oil, divided 4 bone-in chicken thighs, skinned (about 1 1/2 pounds) 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 1/4 cups […]

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Grilled Red Curry Chicken and Bell Peppers

Jarred red curry paste is the base of a flavorful, tangy mixture that serves double-duty as both marinade for chicken and finishing sauce for veggies. We use a combination of peppers for different flavor notes—mini bell peppers for sweetness and Fresnos for moderate spice. Fresnos look like red jalapeños but are less spicy; use the […]

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Curried Grilled Chicken Thighs

Ingredients Curry Paste: 1 large garlic bulb, top 1/2 in. removed 1 large shallot (about 4 oz.), peeled and halved 1 (3-in.) piece peeled fresh ginger 1 (3-in.) piece fresh lemongrass, halved lengthwise 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro stems 2 1/2 tablespoons canola oil 4 teaspoons curry powder 2 1/2 teaspoons ground turmeric 3/4 teaspoon […]