31 Side Dishes to Serve with Chicken Thighs

廉价的、可口的和完全多才多艺,chicken thighs是联合国sung hero of any busy kitchen (including ours). But what to make on the side? Good news: Chicken thighs lend themselves well to almost any flavor profile, so basically, anything goes. From roasted vegetables to creamypotato recipes, here are our 31 favorite side dishes for chicken thighs that will complete your dinner.

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1. Brussels Sprouts Skillet With Crispy Pancetta Breadcrumbs

A guaranteed winner dished alongside crispy chicken thighs.

2. Slow-cooker Garlic-herb Mashed Cauliflower

Set it and forget it, then devour it.

3. Roasted Squash With Pomegranate And Goat Cheese

This colorful side dish looks (and tastes!) fancy, but is deceptively quick and easy to make.

4. Zoodle Stir-fry

服务与soy-glazedbone-in chicken thighs, or cut up some boneless thighs and throw them right in the wok.

5. Tabbouleh

Add some toasted pita triangles and hummus and you’ve got yourself a perfect Middle Eastern dinner.

6. Sweet Potato Fries

Bonus: The kids will love them.

7. Quinoa Brussels Sprout Gratin With Smoked Cheddar

All of our favorite things, in one gooey casserole. (Thanks,Phoebe Lapine.)

8. Cold Lemon Zoodles

Serve with grilled chicken thighs for a perfect summer meal.

9. Kimchi Fried Rice

It’s great with cauliflower rice, too.

10. Whole Roasted Carrots

Bugs Bunny was clearly on to something.

11. Cucumber Quinoa Salad

This recipe byMaria Lichtyis refreshing and fabulous with barbecued chicken thighs.

12. Spicy Whole-roasted Cauliflower

Our favorite veggie strikes again.


13. Sesame Noodle Salad

We love a good miso- or soy-glazed chicken thigh, and this would make an amazing accompaniment. (Thanks,Gaby Dalkin.)

14. Avocado Rice

Fact: Avocado makes everything better. And the creamy texture of this rice pairs perfectly with crispy-skinned roasted chicken thighs.

15. Bacon Wrapped Asparagus

Smoky, crunchy and totally delicious.

16. Kale Salad With Persimmons, Crispy Chickpeas And Fried Shallots

This showstopper of a salad just might upstage the main dish.

17. Baked Garlic Herb Potato Wedges

We’d take these over French fries any day.

18. Green Beans With Browned Butter Almondine

Thanks toHeidi Larsen, you’ll never have to tell us to eat our veggies again.

19. Cacio E Pepe Cauliflower

Like everyone’s favorite decadent pasta dish, but without the carbs.

20. Sautéed Swiss Chard

Feel free to jazz up this simple recipe byKatie Workmanwith lemon or a sprinkle of Parmesan or soy sauce, depending on how you’re preparing the chicken.

21. Oven Roasted Beets And Potatoes

Easy, tasty and drop-dead gorgeous.

22. Roasted Beet And Citrus Salad

A simple herby citrus dressing brings everything together.

23. Mushroom And Leek Bread Pudding

Who said bread pudding was just for dessert? We love this savory version with some simple roasted chicken thighs.

24. Watermelon, Tomato, And Feta Farro Salad

A weekly summertime staple byAida Mollenkamp.

25. Cauliflower Tots

These crispy treats are delicious and healthy (but don’t tell the kids).

26. Three Bean Salad With Wild Rice

This dish is full of kitchen staples like garbanzo beans, frozen peas and onions—plus rice from last night’s dinner. (We won’t tell.)

27. Minty-fresh Zucchini Salad With Marinated Feta

If you thought the humble zucchini was only good forquick breadsandzoodle bowls, we’ve got news. It happens to make an excellent—and lightning-fast—salad.

28. Crispy Smashed Potatoes With Horseradish And Sea Salt

Complete your meal with these tasty potatoes covered with Parmesan cheese, lemon zest and herbs.

29. Broccoli And Cauliflower Gratin

The most delicious way to eat more greens? Smother them with Gruyère cheese and heavy cream.

30. Greek Wedge Salad

There’s nothing wrong with a classic—we just lightened it up a touch, with a homemade vinaigrette and tons of vegetable toppings in place of the usual bacon.

31.椰子奶油菠菜

Contrary to popular belief, thereisa way to make rich creamed spinach without cream. “How?” you ask? Use coconut milk instead.



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