Healthy chicken thigh recipes

Make a wholesome chicken dinner for all the family in under an hour. Plus, you only need one pan, so there’s less washing-up

For an easy, warming family casserole on a budget, this one-pot ticks all the boxes

Toss chicken with rice noodles and stir-fried veg to create a deliciously healthy dinner. There's a vegan option, too, which uses peanut butter (see tip, below)

Top this filling family-friendly chicken and chickpea stew with a spicy harissa yogurt. For little ones, you can serve with simple plain yogurt

Casseroles aren't just for winter – this light, vibrant one-pot is packed with spring veg and herby pesto

Be inspired by Hainanese chicken rice with this one-pot finished with crispy chilli oil. You can also use your favourite hot sauce, if you like

A healthy and low calorie chicken and mushroom casserole with bacon, peas and a parsley sauce - use chicken thighs for extra flavour and juiciness

This flavoursome, low-fat chicken casserole is easy to make and freezes really well, so why not make double and freeze for speedy midweek meals?

Simple one-pots are perfect for the busy cook. This chicken tagine is great eaten with cous cous for something a bit more filling

This all-in-one, 40-minute meal makes a brilliant, fuss-free supper, and saves on the washing up too. Pair with potatoes or rice for a hearty dinner

Lesley Waters’ rich chicken dish has vibrant North African flavours and goes fantastically with rice or couscous

This hearty, satisfying one-pot is low fat and easy on the washing up

A tasty one-pan roast chicken supper with lemon, cumin, paprika, coriander and other North African flavours

Easy and cheap to recreate at home, students won't need to order takeaways ever again!

A super-fast superhealthy meal - chicken and chickpea pilau made in just one pot

Use korma paste, turmeric and black onion seeds as the base for this mild, Indian spice-pot, made creamy with coconut milk

Keep a jar of smoky chipotle chilli paste in your cupboard, to add a kick to a healthy chicken stew

Keep this biryani bake in the freezer for an easy midweek health kick

This healthy one-pot from reader Sarah Oliver with chicken thighs, Puy lentils and harissa is packed with flavour - hearty, filling and low in calories

This chicken pilau is not only satisfying, it's healthy too

If you're a true curry lover, the layers of spice in this fragrant and tender chicken thigh curry will really hit the spot

This mild, creamy curry is a superhealthy way to start the week. Serve with naan breads warm from the oven

Remake a street-food favourite, pulled pork, with juicy chicken thighs to cut the calories for a healthy taco filling

Pop chicken thighs and potatoes in one pot and roast with olives, lemon, garlic and bay leaves for a lazy weekend lunch or dinner