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Are you ready to make the best-tasting baked boneless skinless chicken thighs ever? Keep reading for the easiest recipe and all my tips!
Boneless Skinless Dijon Chicken Thighs
To show you how to bake perfect boneless chicken thighs, I'm using my recipe for sheet pan Dijon chicken. The original recipe comes with roasted potatoes and asparagus, but today we are focusing on the chicken to keep it super simple.
Without the skin and bones, chicken thighs contain less fat and cook through more quickly, so you get the delicious flavor of dark meat chicken without the extra calories and wait time.
Ingredients
Boneless skinless chicken thighs are a flavorful cut that we will make taste even better by adding Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, and coconut milk or half and half for a creamy coating.
How to Bake Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
Grab a large sheet pan, those ingredients, and let’s bake boneless chicken thighs that are super tender!
- Make the sauce by combining Dijon mustard, coconut milk or half and half, and seasonings in a bowl.
- Toss the thighs with the sauce and place them on a greased baking sheet in an even layer.
- Bake in a preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 175F. Read about how to check baked chicken thighs for doneness here.
Can I Bake Frozen Chicken Thighs?
You can use frozen chicken thighs by adjusting the baking time and cooking the meat to an internal temperature of 175F. Check out this post with all the tips to learn how to cook frozen chicken without defrosting it.
Tips for the Best Baked Boneless Chicken Thighs
Before you make the recipe, let’s go over a few tips to ensure perfect juicy chicken:
Add flavor with a good coating of your favorite seasoning blend, or toss them in a marinade. Chicken only needs 20 minutes in a marinade to add delicious flavor.
Cook according to internal temperature and not time for tender and juicy meat. In this case, 175F is the magic number.
Get the oven hot, but not too hot. There are several oven temperatures to bake boneless chicken thighs. I prefer 375F because it’s low enough to add other ingredients like potatoes and vegetables, and everything cooks simultaneously.
boneless, skinless chicken thighs baking chart
| Oven Temp | Average Time | Internal Temp |
|---|---|---|
| 350F (175C) | 40 min | 175F (80C) |
| 375F (190C) | 30-35 min | 175F (80C) |
| 400F (200C) | 20-25 min | 175F (80C) |
| 425F (218C) | not recommended | 175F (80C) |
What to Serve with Baked Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
To make a meal out of baked boneless skinless chicken thighs, you can serve it with the roasted asparagus and roasted fingerling potatoes (pictured above) or pair it with a cooked grain and side salad or one of these low-carb side dish recipes.
Baked Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 3 tablespoons coconut milk, or half & half
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 ½ lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
Instructions
Prep:
- Preheat the oven to 375F. Lightly grease a baking sheet with olive oil or cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, combine the Dijon mustard, coconut milk or half & half, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until smooth.
Bake:
- Add the chicken thighs to the sauce and toss to coat. Transfer them to the baking sheet and bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 175F.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven, transfer the chicken to a plate, and allow to rest 5 minutes before serving.
Jackie says
Great weeknight dinner!
Daisy says
I was today years old when I realized you can bake FROZEN chicken! This hack saved me so much time in the kitchen because I didn’t have to wait for it to thaw
María says
Thighs are the best part of chicken for me , I made it and we love it