Easy, Delicious and oh so versatile! These Dutch Oven Chicken Thighs will have your family begging for this recipe every week and you’ll be so glad to have it in your pocket. Great for company too! Show
Dutch Oven Chicken ThighsContents show 1 Dutch Oven Chicken Thighs 2 How Long to Cook Chicken Thighs in a Dutch Oven 3 Here’s How You Do It 4 Here’s What You’ll Need 5 Special Equipment 6 Versatile Chicken 7 Dutch Oven Chicken Thighs and Rice 8 Dutch Oven Chicken Thighs and Potatoes 9 Dutch Oven Chicken Thighs and Sweet Potatoes 10 Dutch Oven Chicken Thighs and Pasta 11 Substitutions 12 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) 13 Tips and Tricks 14 Watch Me Make Dutch Oven Chicken Thighs (coming soon) 15 Can You Give Me A Hand 16 Dutch Oven Chicken Thighs 16.1 Ingredients 16.2 Instructions 16.3 Notes 16.4 Nutrition 17 A Verse to Share 17.1 You May Also Love: If you have ever wanted an easy and tasty recipe that is packed with chicken flavor, this is the one! These Dutch Oven Chicken Thighs hit all the right notes and are so versatile that you’ll be cooking chicken this way every chance you get! Low in fat, high in flavor and the chicken is falling apart with the tap of a fork. These Dutch Oven Chicken Thighs are Moist, never dry and go down way too easy! These are similar to braised chicken thighs but a little different and I think you will love them! How Long to Cook Chicken Thighs in a Dutch OvenGonna be honest here, this isn’t a FAST recipe! I cook my dutch oven chicken thighs over night or all day long at the lowest temp my oven will do, 170. It takes about 8 hours to make the perfect dinner. Sometimes perfection takes a while, I’m just saying. You could also do this recipe in a slow cooker or crockpot, cook on low for the same length of time and follow the same steps. That said, it also isn’t a difficult recipe, it only have a few ingredients and you basically just dump and go. What more can you ask? Here’s How You Do It
Here’s What You’ll Need
Special EquipmentYou will need a dutch oven for this recipe. I personally have a Le Crueset brand dutch oven but those are expensive and unnecessary for most cooking needs. I also own a Lodge brand and the Sam’s Club Brand, both are sufficient. Here’s the Lodge Brand dutch oven that I own, I like it, it works and is affordable. You can find it at Target or on Amazon. If you click this photo, you can go straight through to Amazon and compare prices, any purchase made through this link will offer me a commission and I appreciate it as I am an Amazon affiliate. The commission doesn’t change your price at all. I thank you, you are supporting Loaves and Dishes by buying through this link. Versatile ChickenThis is possibly one of the most versatile chicken recipes I’ve ever come up with! Here are some ways you can use it!
See how this can go on and on forever? Endlessly useful dish. Dutch Oven Chicken Thighs and RiceThis is a terrific dish when served with rice. There are several ways to accomplish that and here they are…
Dutch Oven Chicken Thighs and PotatoesThis dish is DELIGHTFUL with potatoes! Who could deny some dutch oven chicken thighs over creamy potatoes? Here are a couple of suggestions for that.
Dutch Oven Chicken Thighs and Sweet PotatoesYes, they are WONDERFUL this way! Try one of these methods…
Dutch Oven Chicken Thighs and PastaAll of these additions are wonderful and we enjoy ours over pasta too. You’ll see in the pictures that I use a corkscrew pasta for these photos. Just add a little more of the pot liquor for a delightful soupy pasta dish OR leave all the soup out and just enjoy the chicken over the pasta. YUM! Cook the pasta per directions and then serve the chicken over the pasta at the table. SubstitutionsChicken Thighs – you could always use bone in thighs or a boneless skinless breast for this recipe. I’ve eaten a similar dish where gizzards were added in and honestly, you wouldn’t know that the gizzards were anything different than the thighs. Packets – I don’t have a substitution for these because honestly, that is where all the flavor is coming from. Mushrooms – if mushrooms aren’t your thing, leave them out. You could always add in a different veggie like carrots if you prefer. Broth – You could use water combined with broth concentrate or bouillon if you prefer. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)Here’s some of the questions I’m typically asked about this dish. How Long Does This Dish Last? Keep covered in the fridge and it will last 5 days. Can I Freeze This Dish? Yes, it freezes very well. Remove as much air as possible and freeze for 3 months. Tips and Tricks
Watch Me Make Dutch Oven Chicken Thighs (coming soon)Can You Give Me A HandPlease leave a 5 STAR comment in the comment section below. This helps others to find the recipes at Loaves and Dishes Dutch Oven Chicken ThighsEasy, Delicious and oh so versatile! These Dutch Oven Chicken Thighs will have your family begging for this recipe every week and you'll be so glad to have it in your pocket. Great for company too! 5 from 1 vote Print Pin RateCourse: main Cuisine: American Keyword: dutch oven chicken thighs Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 8 hours Total Time: 8 hours 10 minutes Servings: 6 servings Calories: 540kcal Author: Wendi Spraker Ingredients
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NutritionNutrition Facts Dutch Oven Chicken Thighs Amount Per Serving Calories 540 Calories from Fat 360 % Daily Value* Fat 40g62% Saturated Fat 10g50% Trans Fat 0.2g Polyunsaturated Fat 9g Monounsaturated Fat 17g Cholesterol 224mg75% Sodium 495mg21% Potassium 719mg21% Carbohydrates 4g1% Fiber 1g4% Sugar 2g2% Protein 40g80% Vitamin A 179IU4% Vitamin C 2mg2% Calcium 24mg2% Iron 2mg11% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Tried this recipe?Mention @loavesanddishes or tag #loavesanddishes! A Verse to ShareThere’s been some things in the news lately pointing out hypocrisy. I’m not going to judge. I’m sure that I’m a hypocrite sometimes too. Obviously, we should pray for one another. That said, when someone is looking to lead people, maybe we should be wary of a person who has obviously done one thing and then is so vehemently opposed to the same thing. There is something untruthful there and we should be aware and beware, in my opinion. How long should chicken thighs be cooked?Boneless, skinless chicken thighs cook quickly, in 15 to 20 minutes, depending on the size. Bone-in thighs, however, take a bit more time, between 25 and 30 minutes. Use a thermometer to measure the internal temperature of the thighs. They're finished cooking when the temperature reads 165°F.
What is the best method for cooking chicken thighs?Heat the oven to 350°F. Rub the thighs with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Place skin-side up in a roasting pan. Roast, uncovered, until the meat closest to the bone registers 165°F on an instant-read thermometer and the skin is crispy, 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
How long does it take to fully cook chicken thighs in the oven?The USDA guidelines lists approximate cooking times of 40 to 50 minutes for 4-to-8-ounce chicken thighs roasted at 350 degrees. In our basic meal prep boneless chicken thighs recipe, they take about 25 to 30 minutes baked at 425 degrees F.
Is it better to bake chicken thighs at 350 or 400?The higher the temperature when baking chicken thighs creates that golden brown outer skin that protects the dark meat from over cooking and tenderizes the inside making it even more flavorful and tender. I like to bake chicken thighs at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 35 to 40 minutes long.
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