Easy, Quick, and Tasty Chicken Thighs
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This is one of those recipes that almost did not get published because it is so quick and easy and I was not sure it would be approved – because it is so quick and easy! There are not very many words to say but the flavor is unbelievable.
This recipe I made up because one day I was in a hurry and wanted some chicken thighs but wanted them real quick, with not much cleanup. Little did I know it would turn into a recipe that is like potato chips or fried chicken: you can’t eat just one.
It’s amazing to me what a little salt, pepper, and olive oil will do to chicken. That’s all the ingredients required. You can do this for dark or white meat chicken. The white meat chicken will not need as long to cook depending on the thickness and your stovetop. Remember you want them to be "just" done, not overly dry and/or overcooked. So let’s get cooking! It won’t take this one very long!
Ingredients
- 1 pack Skinless and boneless chicken thighs
- 1 Tsp Olive Oil, or less if there is a bit of fat on the chicken
- Salt and Pepper To Taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in sauté pan using medium heat.
- While oil is heating, wash and pat dry the chicken thighs. Then salt and pepper both sides.
- Cook both sides about 4-5 minutes each. All stovetops are different but you should see a brown coating forming on the outside on both sides. Take a knife and cut through the thickest park of a thigh to see if “just” cooked.
- Enjoy!! See how quick and easy that was?
The Benefits of Eating Poultry and Gamebirds
An average 5 ounce serving of chicken provides 35 mg of protein, which is more than half an adult’s daily requirement. Roast chicken eaten with skin has 9 grams more fat per 4 ounces than skinless roast chicken. Some Chinese therapists believe that chicken can help relieve symptoms of diarrhea, water retention, and poor appetite associated with spleen and pancreas imbalances. Today, therapists may advise against eating chickens that have been fed antibiotics to prevent infections from spreading among birds kept together.
Those who are dieting may find white turkey meat a good source of protein because of the low fat content. Lean chicken and duck that is cooked using a low fat method and served without the fat and skin are also good alternatives. These protein rich foods may also influence the appetite centers in the brain, helping to create a feeling of fullness.
Poultry and gamebirds are ideal foods for those trying to identify allergies since they are known for rarely causing allergic reactions. They are ideal foods for all stages of life because they provide nine essential amino acids that are needed for the growth and repair of tissues, and they are easy to digest.
Prepared turkey or chicken slices are useful “power sources” for quick snacks if concentration falters during certain times of the day. This is because all poultry and gamebirds contain good amounts of amino acid tyrosine, which the brain uses to produce norepinephrine and dopamine. These two substances trigger the brain cells that enhance concentration and mental alertness.
Nutrients of Poultry and Gamebirds
Key Nutrients per 4oz (100g)
| Chicken (raw)
| Turkey (raw)
| Duck (raw)
| Goose (Roast)
| Partridge (Roast)
| Pheasant (Roast)
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Calories
| 106
| 105
| 137
| 319
| 212
| 220
|
Protein (g)
| 24
| 24
| 20
| 29
| 37
| 28
|
Fat (g)
| 1
| 1
| 7
| 22
| 7
| 12
|
Saturated fat (g)
| 0.3
| 0.3
| 2
| unknown
| 1.9
| 41
|
Monounsaturated fat (g)
| 0.5
| 0.3
| 3
| unknown
| 3.4
| 5.6
|
Polyunsaturated fat (g)
| 0.2
| 0.2
| 1
| unknown
| 1.7
| 1.6
|
Iron (mg)
| 1
| 0.3
| 2
| 5
| 2
| 2
|
Zinc (mg)
| 1
| 1
| 2
| 3
| 1
| 1
|
Magnesium (mg)
| 29
| 27
| 19
| 31
| 26
| 26
|
Vitamin B6 (mg)
| 0.5
| 0.8
| 0.3
| 0.4
| --
| 1
|
Interesting Recipes to Try
- Thai Basil Vegetarian Fried Rice Recipe
This vegetable stir fry recipe does not need a Wok to cook in. A regular nonstick 12-inch sauté pan will work. Fish sauce is considered ketchup in the world of Thai cooking and it is crucial for the Thai flavor. - Crunchy Pork Chops with Mashed Potatoes and Sauerkrat
In Germany and in Pennsylvania Dutch culture, cabbage leaves represent paper money and since sauerkraut comes from cabbage, eating cabbage signifies being financially lucky.
© 2013 Michelle Dee
