This recipe completely changed the way I prep chicken for my family. The loaf pan method went wildly viral because people were shocked that you could pack chicken thighs into a loaf pan like this and end up with incredibly juicy, flavorful meat. But once you try it, it makes perfect sense. The chicken essentially cooks in its own juices, which keeps everything tender and reheats beautifully later.
I make this constantly because it solves so many problems at once. It gives me ready-to-use protein for lunches, bowls, wraps, salads, quick dinners, and snack plates all week long. I also love how adaptable it is. Sometimes I keep it simple with the original seasoning blend, sometimes we go Mediterranean, and sometimes I make the chipotle-style version for homemade burrito bowls. In an ingredient household, flexible proteins are everything.
Loaf Pan Chicken Thighs
Ingredients
Original
- 9 boneless skinless chicken thighs
- olive oil
- salt
- pepper
- garlic powder
Mediterranean
- Base from original recipe plus
- smoked paprika
- oregano
- cumin
- lemon juice
- dijon mustard
- red wine vinegar
Chipotle Dupe
- olive oil
- 1 packet McCormick Taco Seasoning
- salt
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from nine (9) boneless skinless chicken thighs.
- .Season well (Original, Mediterranean, or Chipotle dupe)
- Layer flat in a 6"x9" loaf pan.
- Bake at 425ºF for 45 minutes till internal temperature reads 165ºF.
- Remove from pan and immediately slice.
- Transfer back to the pan/juices and enjoy!
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