Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs are a flavorful cut of dark meat from the upper portion of the chicken leg. Their combination of meat, skin, bone, and connective tissue helps them remain tender and juicy during roasting, braising, grilling, and slow cooking. Chicken thighs provide complete protein with all nine essential amino acids, along with zinc, selenium, phosphorus, and several B vitamins. They also contain naturally occurring compounds such as carnosine and anserine, while the skin and connective tissues provide collagen-rich proteins. Their rich flavor, versatility, and forgiving texture make chicken thighs an easy protein for sheet-pan meals, soups, stews, curries, and everyday family meals.