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5 pieces of boiled chicken thighs in a grey plate.

Boiled Chicken Thighs (How to Boil Chicken Thighs)

Kemi
Boiled chicken thighs recipe can't be easier than this easy, simple, quick one that shows you how to boil chicken thighs perfectly. It comes out flavorful, tender, juicy, and delicious.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, British
Servings 5
Calories 387 kcal

Equipment

  • Pot with a lid
  • Fork

Ingredients
  

  • 5 pieces (1kg) Chicken thighs bone in or skinless and boneless chicken thighs
  • 1 medium Onion chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Curry powder
  • 1 5g Boillion cube optional
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Chicken vibes chicken seasoning or use the below to season. see notes below.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme
  • ¼ teaspoon Garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon Parsley
  • ¼ teaspoon Oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper or cayenne or chili pepper.

Instructions
 

  • Place the chicken thighs in a pot and cover with water. Let the water be at least 1-2 inches above the chicken.
  • Add in salt, curry powder, the seasonings, and onion. Chop the onions or cut into at least 6 parts before adding to the water so the water gets its full flavtes.
  • Cover the pot with it's lid and boil chicken on medium heat for 20 minutes.
  • After this time, check if it's cooked through and then remove the thighs from the water.
    Wait! Don't throw the water away..this broth is golden and very useful! Check tips below on how to use it.
  • Serve immediately or you can then broil or grill the chicken if desired.

Notes

Tips (More important tips in the main post)
Get the recipe for Simple chicken seasoning. It takes just 5 minutes to make. 
  • Ideally the chicken should be about the same in size so they cook evenly.
  • Let water cover the chicken so all parts are cooked evenly. The smaller the chicken parts, the quicker they cook.
  • If using hard chicken, boiling will take longer so adjust time accordingly.
  • Place the chicken in a single layer so they cook evenly.
  • Use the water from boiling to cook rice, chicken and add flavor to other dishes.
  • Check after the cooking time and if needs more time, check it every 3 minutes.
  • It's important to cook the chicken thoroughly to prevent food poisoning or foodborne disease like
  • To determine if the chicken is cooked through and safe to eat, use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature. It should be at least 165F/75C.
  • Leave the chicken to rest in its broth for 5 minutes after cooking. I have found this to enhance the flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 387kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 28gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 167mgSodium: 133mgPotassium: 408mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 198IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 28mgIron: 2mg
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