Best 6 Saucy Susan Chicken Thighs Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary delight with Saucy Susan Chicken Thighs, a flavorful dish that tantalizes your taste buds with its succulent chicken and irresistible sauce. This recipe elevates the ordinary chicken thigh into an extraordinary meal, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Prepared with a blend of herbs and spices, the chicken thighs are marinated in a savory mixture, ensuring maximum flavor absorption. Once marinated, the chicken is seared to perfection, creating a crispy outer layer that contrasts beautifully with the tender and juicy interior. The real star of the show is the luscious sauce, a harmonious blend of tangy tomatoes, sweet onions, and aromatic garlic, all simmered together to create a rich and flavorful accompaniment to the chicken.

But Saucy Susan Chicken Thighs is not just a one-trick pony. This versatile recipe offers a variety of cooking methods to suit your preferences and time constraints. Whether you prefer the convenience of a slow cooker, the ease of a sheet pan, or the traditional method of stovetop cooking, this recipe has you covered. Each method yields tender and flavorful chicken thighs, ensuring a satisfying meal every time.

Accompanying the main recipe are three additional variations that add exciting twists to the classic dish. The Saucy Susan Chicken Thighs with Sweet Potato Fries offers a healthier alternative, featuring crispy sweet potato fries that perfectly complement the savory chicken. For a spicy kick, the Saucy Susan Chicken Thighs with Spicy Mango Salsa incorporates a vibrant and flavorful salsa made with fresh mangoes, jalapeños, and cilantro. And for those who love creamy sauces, the Saucy Susan Chicken Thighs with Creamy Mushroom Sauce provides a rich and indulgent sauce made with sautéed mushrooms and a creamy white wine sauce.

No matter which recipe you choose, Saucy Susan Chicken Thighs promises an unforgettable dining experience. With its tender chicken, luscious sauce, and versatile cooking methods, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.

Let's cook with our recipes!

CHICKEN THIGHS WITH CREAMY MUSTARD SAUCE



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 medium bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (2 1/4 pounds)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Good olive oil
2 cups halved and thinly sliced yellow onions (2 onions)
2 tablespoons dry white wine
8 ounces creme fraiche
1 tablespoon good Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon whole-grain mustard
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Place the chicken thighs on a cutting board, skin side up, and pat them dry with paper towels. Sprinkle the chicken with 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 3/4 teaspoon pepper. Turn them over and sprinkle them with one more teaspoon of salt.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large (11 to 12-inch) cast-iron skillet over medium heat. When the oil is hot, place the chicken in the pan in one layer, skin side down. Cook over medium heat for 15 minutes without moving, until the skin is golden brown. (If the skin gets too dark, turn the heat to medium low.) Turn the chicken pieces with tongs, add the onions to the pan, including under the chicken, and cook over medium heat for 15 minutes, stirring the onions occasionally, until the thighs are cooked to 155 to 160 degrees and the onions are browned. Transfer the chicken (not the onions) to a plate and allow to rest uncovered while you make the sauce. If the onions aren't browned, cook them for another minute.
  • Add the wine, creme fraiche, Dijon mustard, whole-grain mustard, and 1 teaspoon salt to the skillet and stir over medium heat for one minute. Return the chicken, skin side up, and the juices to the skillet, sprinkle with parsley, and serve hot.

HONEY-AND-SOY-GLAZED CHICKEN THIGHS



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In this simple weeknight recipe, chicken thighs are tossed with a sweet-salty glaze made of honey and soy sauce that caramelizes into a sticky coating as it roasts in the oven. Serve the sliced chicken with bibb lettuce cups for wrapping, or over steamed rice to catch all the juices. Leftovers can be chopped and combined with vegetables for a tasty clean-out-the-fridge fried rice.

Provided by Kay Chun

Categories     dinner, easy, lunch, weeknight, poultry, main course

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons canola oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon minced ginger
6 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce (see tip)
5 tablespoons mild honey, such as clover, acacia or orange blossom
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
Kosher salt and black pepper
8 small bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 3 pounds)
Lemon wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 425 degrees. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a small saucepan over low heat. Add the garlic and ginger and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 3 minutes. Add the soy sauce and honey and simmer, stirring occasionally, until reduced and slightly thickened, about 10 minutes. (You'll want to cook attentively for this step, as the syrupy mixture can burn if it cooks too long.) Turn off the heat then whisk in the butter. Season with salt and pepper.
  • On an aluminum foil-lined rimmed baking sheet, season the chicken all over with salt and pepper. Add half the glaze and the remaining 1 tablespoon oil and toss the chicken to coat. Arrange in an even layer, skin side up, and roast until browned, 15 minutes. Brush the chicken all over with 2 tablespoons of the remaining glaze. Roast until golden and cooked through, about 10 minutes.
  • Drizzle the chicken with the remaining glaze and serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 691, UnsaturatedFat 34 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 55 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 42 grams, SaturatedFat 17 grams, Sodium 961 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 1 gram

SAUCY CHICKEN THIGHS



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Everyone raves about how sweet the sauce is for these slow-cooked chicken thighs. They're such a breeze because they simmer away while you do other things. They're ideal appetizers, but you can also add your favorite side for a nice meal. -Kim Puckett, Reagan, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h20m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

9 bone-in chicken thighs (about 3-1/4 pounds)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups barbecue sauce
1/2 cup honey
2 teaspoons prepared mustard
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/8 to 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. Place on a broiler pan. Broil 4-5 in. from the heat for 3-4 minutes on each side or until lightly browned. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. , In a small bowl, combine the barbecue sauce, honey, mustard, Worcestershire sauce and pepper sauce. Pour over chicken; stir to coat. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until chicken is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 319 calories, Fat 15g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 81mg cholesterol, Sodium 606mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

SWEET AND SAUCY CHICKEN



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I can't remember were this recipe came from, but I've been making it for several years. Everyone who tries it enjoys it. When the chicken is done cooking, it's so tender it falls off the bone.-Mrs. Patricia Weir, Chilliwack, British Columbia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 6h30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 broiler/fryer chicken (4 pounds), cut up and skin removed
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2/3 cup water
1/3 cup white vinegar
1/3 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon dried minced onion
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Hot cooked rice or egg noodles, optional

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a 3-qt. slow cooker. In a small saucepan, combine brown sugar and flour. Stir in the water, vinegar and soy sauce. Add the ketchup, onion, mustard, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. , Pour over chicken. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until chicken juices run clear. Serve with rice or noodles if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 802mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 34g protein.

BAKED APRICOT CHICKEN



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Simply delicious. Quick and easy recipe for the busy homemaker. Serve with rice if desired.

Provided by SHANG

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Baked and Roasted

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 4

12 chicken thighs
1 cup apricot preserves
1 cup French dressing
1 (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl combine the jam, dressing and soup mix. Mix together.
  • Place chicken pieces in a 9x13 inch baking dish. Pour apricot mixture over chicken and bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 342.3 calories, Carbohydrate 23.3 g, Cholesterol 58.5 mg, Fat 20.1 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 15.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 444.3 mg, Sugar 20.5 g

CROCK POT SAUCY CHICKEN THIGHS



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A great way to make chicken thighs. My kids love this recipe. I have made this with boneless thighs and breasts also. Adjust cooking time if using other form of chicken.

Provided by bmcnichol

Categories     Chicken Thigh & Leg

Time 6h5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

9 bone-in chicken thighs
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 1/2 cups barbecue sauce
1/2 cup honey
2 teaspoons prepared mustard
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • Place chicken in crock pot and add salt and pepper.
  • Combine barbecue sauce, honey, mustard, Worcestershire sauce and hot pepper sauce and pour over chicken.
  • Stir to coat.
  • Cook on low 4-6 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480, Fat 21.8, SaturatedFat 6, Cholesterol 118.4, Sodium 871.5, Carbohydrate 46.5, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 39.7, Protein 24.5

Tips:

  • Choose the right chicken thighs: Look for bone-in, skin-on thighs that are evenly sized. This will ensure that they cook evenly.
  • Season the chicken thighs well: Use a combination of salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. You can also add other herbs and spices to taste.
  • Brown the chicken thighs before baking: This will help to develop flavor and create a crispy skin.
  • Use a flavorful sauce: The sauce is what really makes this dish special. Use a sauce that is tangy, sweet, and savory. You can find a variety of recipes for sauces online or in cookbooks.
  • Serve the chicken thighs with your favorite sides: Mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or rice are all great options.

Conclusion:

Saucy Susan Chicken Thighs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The chicken thighs are juicy and flavorful, and the sauce is tangy, sweet, and savory. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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