23 Delicious Ways To Bake Boneless Chicken Thighs (2024)

Zhug Chicken

With prepared zhug — a spicy chile sauce from the Middle East — you get loads of flavor in this baked chicken thigh dish without loads of prep!

Oven-Braised Chicken Stew

Succulent boneless chicken thighs are gently braised in the oven in this no-fuss, comforting chicken stew. Mushrooms, green beans, and carrots make this a nutritious all-in-one meal.

Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Thighs Smothered and Stuffed with Awesome

Recipe creator Kat R wasn't kidding when choosing a name for this recipe — it's truly awesome, judging by the glowing reviews!

Maple-Ginger Chicken Thighs

These juicy baked boneless chicken thighs have ALL the flavor! Pure maple syrup ensures they're deliciously sticky, while a combo of soy sauce, ginger, and cayenne lend savory notes and a bit of heat.

Teriyaki Chicken Cordon Bleu

The addition of teriyaki sauce might not be your first instinct when thinking of ways to jazz up a classic chicken cordon bleu, but recipe creator Cindy was on to something — the rave reviews for this baked chicken thigh recipe keep coming in!

Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs

That classic combo of honey and mustard is anything but boring in this easy, delicious recipe. Using grainy mustard and adding a bit of ginger sets these boneless baked chicken thighs apart.

Asian Glazed Chicken Thighs

Hundreds of reviews and ratings with a sold five stars? You know this recipe's got to be good! A little spicy and a little sweet, these baked boneless thighs go perfectly with freshly steamed jasmine rice.

Oven-Braised Chicken Thighs with Fennel and Olives

This is the chicken recipe you need to try when you feel like you've been cooking the same thing on repeat. As reviewer kendra1215 raves, "AMAZING! The combination of flavors made this dish unique and delightful. Fresh and savory, so delicious. I prepared exactly as written except I didn't have fresh thyme so I used about a teaspoon of dried."

Ranch-Style Thighs and Breasts

Okay, yes... that does say "breasts" in the recipe title, which can be a red flag for those passionate about their dark meat. But this recipe is perfect if you've got a white meat lover in your family, or you can just as easily make this an all-thigh meal!

Teriyaki Chicken Thigh Skewers

A little extra prep to turn your boneless chicken thighs into kebabs means that you've got juicy skewers baked in less than 15 minutes! This fabulous recipe is a great main course or appetizer.

Oven-Baked Keto Chicken Thighs with Creamed Spinach and Mushrooms

Yummy baked chicken thighs with a bit of keto-friendly crunch. You'll love this recipe even if you aren't keto! If you don't need to keep these baked boneless thighs keto friendly, you can use breadcrumbs or even cornflakes for the crunchy topping.

Gluten-Free Shake and Bake Almond Chicken

Using almond meal for the crunchy breading keeps these baked boneless chicken thighs both gluten and grain free. For a cheesy twist, try adding a spoonful or two of grated Parmesan cheese to the breading mix.

Isaac's Juicy Chicken

Recipe creator Joycie says this recipe is a healthier, more wholesome take on nuggets that kids will love. Reviewer JenRM concurs: "So super easy and delicious! Even my 23 month old ate it without a fight!"

Greek Lemon-Garlic Chicken Thighs and Potatoes

Lemon juice, garlic, and oregano lay the foundation for a delicious Greek chicken dinner. Using chicken thighs means that your potatoes can bake in the same pan and you don't have to worry about the chicken drying out. Tip: if you forgot to marinate the chicken as stated in the recipe, just throw it all together before baking in the oven — it'll be just as good!

Spicy Stuffed Chicken Thighs

Boneless chicken thighs are stuffed with spicy Italian sausage and green bell pepper before being baked to juicy perfection. Can't take the heat? No worries, this would be just as tasty (plus kid friendly) if you used sweet Italian sausage instead.

Gina's Lemon Pepper Chicken

No time to prep? You don't even need 5 minutes to get these chicken thighs in the oven! Bake a few extra to have leftovers for sandwiches and salads for the rest of the week.

Cornbread and Chicken Thigh Casserole

Boneless chicken thighs and veggies are baked with a golden cornbread topping in this family-friendly meal. Cajun spices and jalapeno add a bit of heat, which you can kick up if you like things spicy or leave out if you prefer a tamer dish.

Chicken Tava from Turkey

If you're looking for an authentic Turkish chicken tava recipe, reviewer Michael Henley says you've found it: "I was stationed in Turkey for 17 months while in the Airforce. This recipe is the closest to Chicken Tava that I've ever been able to find. It's honestly delicious."

Creamy Bacon-Wrapped Baked Chicken Thighs

You're just four ingredients away from this delicious dish, and that includes the chicken thighs! Add some fresh or dried herb to the mix to add your own touch to this easy recipe.

Skillet-Roasted Chicken with Pico de Gallo

Expertly seasoned boneless chicken thighs are baked and then paired with a fresh and easy homemade pico de gallo. A fantastic way to add some pizzazz to a weeknight meal.

Double-Dipped Ranch-Baked Chicken Thighs

Double. Dipped. Ranch. Need we say more? Ranch seasoning lends loads of flavor to these succulent baked chicken thighs, but that's not all... those aren't breadcrumbs you're looking at. That's a crispy, tasty breading of cool ranch chips. Trust us, this is what ranch dreams are made of!

Baked Chicken Thighs with Mushrooms and Onions

You're just 35 minutes away from this juicy, savory baked chicken thigh dinner. Mushrooms and onions add a lot of flavor and substance to this meal, which is a great low carb option, as well.

Baked Chicken, Potato, and Bacon Casserole

A no-fuss, comforting baked chicken dinner with creamy Yukon Gold potatoes, bacon, and boneless chicken thighs. It doesn't get better (or easier!) than this.

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