Chicken Thighs vs Chicken Breasts
Chicken Breast
higher in protein
lower in fat
easy to prepare
can be dry
Chicken Thigh
higher in iron
more moist and flavorful
easy to prepare
can be less expensive
Chicken breast
Chicken thighs
Boneless skinless chicken breast have gained a lot of popularity, but have you tried thighs? Chicken thighs have a lot going for them. While they do have a higher fat content - this translates to more moisture and more flavor. Thighs are higher in iron, affordable and sold boneless - so very easy to add to soups and stews. On the flip side chicken breasts offer a lower fat content, and slightly higher protein content. Typically you can use thighs or breasts for most recipes. Some ideas for chicken breasts; grilled, on salads, sandwiches, in soups or stews. Chicken thighs taste great in tacos/enchilladas, in soups or stews, with jerk or bbq sauce.
Pressure cooking and the crock pot are both great ways to cook chicken. ( I have been scared of pressure cooking and using my Instant Pot) Recently, I overcame my fears and tried these delicious Chipotle Honey Lime Chicken Thigh tacos. They were amazing. I encourage you to go out of your comfort zone or normal routine and try some thighs.
Pressure Cooker Chipotle-Honey Chicken Tacos
This recipe can be made with tofu or is delicious with chicken breast.