Crispy Skinless Chicken Thighs (Pan-Fried)
Crispy Skinless Chicken Thighs (Pan-Fried) deliver a crunchy, golden crust with a well-seasoned bite from paprika, garlic, and black pepper. The tender meat stays juicy under a light flour coating, while corn oil keeps the finish clean and crisp. Ideal for a weeknight dinner or casual get-together with your favorite sides.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Crispy Skinless Chicken Thighs (Pan-Fried), not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 58 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityPoor
- 39 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 13
- Heart Health
- 62
- Metabolic
- 15
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 27
- Performance
- 29
- General Wellness
- 1
Gather all ingredients. Heat oil in a large, deep skillet to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- 2
In a large resealable plastic bag, combine flour, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder; mix well.
- 3
Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Add the chicken thighs to the flour mixture in the plastic bag; seal the bag and shake until evenly coated.
- 4
Fry the chicken in the hot oil, turning occasionally, until deep golden brown, about 20 minutes. Drain on a plate lined with paper towels.
- Calories 1138.88 kcal High 57%
- Protein 45.31 g Good Source 91%
- Carbohydrate 13.27 g 5%
- Total Fat 100.71 g High 129%
- Saturated Fat 20.81 g High 104%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 275.4 mg High 92%
- Sodium 443.23 mg Moderate 19%
- Dietary Fiber 1.04 g Low Source 4%
- Total Sugars 0.08 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 6.29 mg Low Source 0%
- Iron 3.05 mg Moderate 17%
- Potassium 28.95 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin A 2.73 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Corn 🌽
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Crispy Skinless Chicken Thighs (Pan Fried) is made with 7 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 35 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Chicken Thigh, Corn Oil, and Garlic Powder. Each serving provides about 1138.88 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Crispy Skinless Chicken Thighs (Pan-Fried) made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Chicken Thigh, Corn Oil, Garlic Powder, Paprika. The full list of 7 is above.
- How long does it take to make Crispy Skinless Chicken Thighs (Pan-Fried)?
- About 35 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 1138.88 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Crispy Skinless Chicken Thighs (Pan-Fried) easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 7 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Crispy Skinless Chicken Thighs (Pan-Fried) healthy?
- Crispy Skinless Chicken Thighs (Pan-Fried) has an easyChef Pro health score of 36/100. Per serving, it provides 1138.88 calories and 45.31 g of protein, or 91% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 443.23 mg (19% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 20.81 g (104% of the Daily Value). It contains Wheat, Gluten, Corn and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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