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Busy weeknights mean you don’t always have time to cook an elaborate meal, and having a quick entree that’s fast and easy can be a lifesaver. That’s why we love this broiled chicken thighs recipe\u2014it takes just 25 minutes and requires only a handful of ingredients. Soy sauce helps add savory umami flavor, while butter rounds it all out with a succulent richness. Better yet, the versatile entree can be paired with a wide range of side dishes, from macaroni and cheese<\/a> to roasted asparagus<\/a>, and it’s hearty, tender and perfectly moist. If you’re craving a homemade meal but don’t have time to stand over the stove, try these quick and easy broiled chicken thighs instead.<\/p>\n In a large bowl, mix the butter, soy sauce, garlic and pepper. Reserve 1\/4 cup of the soy mixture for basting. Add the chicken to the remaining soy mixture; then turn to coat.<\/p>\n Place the chicken on a broiler pan, skin side down. Broil it about 4 to 6 inches from the heat for 10 to 15 minutes on each side, or until a thermometer reads 170\u00b0 to 175\u00b0F. Brush the chicken occasionally with the reserved soy mixture during the last 10 minutes of cooking.<\/p>\n Use boneless thighs: <\/strong>If you can’t find bone-in chicken thighs, boneless thighs will also work for this. However,\u00a0 boneless meat tends to dry out faster than meat that’s on the bone. Monitor your chicken and use an internal thermometer to check the doneness\u2014boneless meat cooks more quickly than bone-in meat.<\/p>\n Use the air fryer:\u00a0<\/strong>If you’d rather save space in the oven, an air fryer can be a wonderful option. It can achieve high heats and\u2014thanks to a system of fast-moving fans\u2014air circulates quickly to ensure a crispy crust. You can follow this recipe as outlined above, but use an internal thermometer to ensure that your chicken reaches at least 165\u00b0.<\/p>\n After these chicken thighs are finished cooking, you can package up the leftovers to enjoy later. To do so, let the chicken cool to room temperature, then transfer to a refrigerator-safe container with a tight-fitting lid. Place this in the refrigerator and store for about three to five days.<\/p>\n To reheat<\/a> these chicken thighs, preheat your oven to 350\u00b0. Take your chicken out of the refrigerator and let it rest at room temperature for 10 to 15 minutes. Place a rack over a baking sheet. Then place any leftover chicken on the cooking rack and heat for 15 to 20 minutes, or until heated through.<\/p>\n Broiled chicken thighs are a really versatile entree, so they go with a wide range of side dishes. Mashed potatoes<\/a> and roasted vegetables are a fantastic choice, but so are a simple salad or bowl of jasmine rice<\/a>.<\/p>\n If your oven doesn’t have a broiler, you can simply use a higher temperature than you typically would. For this recipe, try setting your oven to 400\u00b0 or 450\u00b0. The higher heat acts much like a broiler and will ensure that your chicken skin gets crispy and golden.<\/p>\n You can absolutely make this same recipe with drumsticks. In fact, they make a great substitute for chicken thighs. Because drumsticks are smaller and have less meat than the thighs, they might cook more quickly. Use an internal thermometer to ensure that your chicken is always cooked to at least 165\u00b0.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" These garlicky chicken thighs are also great on the grill. \u2014Kelley French, Colchester, Vermont<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7061,"featured_media":2115946,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"ep_exclude_from_search":false},"tags":[304032,304172,307330,307345,304328,304292,304338,307675,303966,304988,306848,305018,304268,307307,304350,324623,304150,307614],"categories-v2":[308623,309451,310369,310378,308984,308481,308305,308992,310649,308495,308935,309603,308959,259483,310342,309001,309177,309434,310591],"coauthors":[57487],"recommended_recipes":[{"post_title":"Fried Chicken Thighs","post_link":"\/recipes\/fried-chicken-thighs-recipe\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Fried-Chicken-Thighs_EXPS_FT24_277928_JR_0924_5.jpg"},{"post_title":"Oven-Fried Chicken Thighs 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With the fat from the chicken skin and the increased flavor from the garlic, these were perfect. <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-01-24","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"rebelwithoutaclue"},"reviewBody":"It was a little light on the garlic so I added a heaping tbl of minced garlic on the next batch. I baked @ 375 degrees, skin side up for 40 min and under the broiler for 5-7 min. Really good!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-05-20","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"shortsandscooter"},"reviewBody":" This was super good!!! My whole family loved it and this will definitely be a monthly meal. I served with parmesan noodles. Not the most healthy meal but hat's okay once in a while.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-02-04","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Remenec"},"reviewBody":"My family really enjoyed this recipe! It had plenty of flavor and I could definitely taste the garlic.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-12-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"s_pants"},"reviewBody":"very tasty!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-05-29","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"kdyer1309"},"reviewBody":"Delicious recipe. My wife and 10yr. old daughter loved it and cannot wait for me to make it again.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-03-29","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"meaganteal"},"reviewBody":"Not sure why we didn't like this. We could hardly taste the garlic. Will stick to our regular chicken recipe.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":2,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2018-03-08","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"FelishaCoram"},"reviewBody":"Its simple and easy to make with ingredients I keep on hand. Had good flavor without being overpowering or to salty. 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Directions\u202f<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Step 1: Prepare the sauce and coat the chicken<\/h3>\n
Step 2: Baste and broil<\/h3>\n
ELLIE CROWLEY FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
Broiled Chicken Thigh Variations<\/strong><\/h2>\n
How to Store Broiled Chicken Thighs<\/strong><\/h2>\n
How do you reheat broiled chicken thighs?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Broiled Chicken Thigh Tips<\/strong><\/h2>\n
ELLIE CROWLEY FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
What can I serve with these broiled chicken thighs?<\/b><\/h3>\n
If my oven doesn’t have a broiler, what temperature should I use?<\/h3>\n
Can I make this same recipe with drumsticks?<\/h3>\n