30 Chicken Thighs with Cauliflower Recipes That You Will Want to Make Everyday! 

December 4, 2024
Written by Kristy J. Norton

Flavorful, healthy, and low carb, the combination of chicken thighs with cauliflower has it all. This is why you will be pleased to learn that there are quite so many recipes for you to choose from. You have skillet dishes, bakes, simple sheet pan options, and so much more. Go ahead and discover it all today! 

chicken thighs with cauliflower

1. Spiced Chicken Thighs and Cauliflower Bake 

This is such a deliciously flavored dish, full of smoky spices! Toss the cauliflower and onion in a mix of cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, and cayenne and lay in a baking dish. Sprinkle the thighs with the same seasoning as well as some garlic. Then, bake until tender and serve with a yogurt sauce and flatbread! 

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Spiced Chicken Thighs and Cauliflower Bake 

2. Spiced Chicken Thighs with Cauliflower and Herbed Yogurt

Balance out all these delicious spices with a cooling, herby yogurt! Season the chicken with Aleppo pepper, coriander, and paprika before arranging on a baking dish. Lightly season the cauliflower and bake alongside the thighs. In the meantime, whip together yogurt, mint, lemon juice, and garlic. Serve with the chicken and cauliflower! 

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Spiced Chicken Thighs with Cauliflower and Herbed Yogurt

3. Tandoori Chicken Thighs and Cauliflower Sheet Pan

Take the flavors of your dish to a whole new level with this recipe! Coat the thighs and the cauliflower in a mix of Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, ginger, garlic, turmeric, cumin, coriander, and cilantro. Then, arrange on a sheet pan and then roast until golden brown. Sprinkle on more fresh cilantro and serve! 

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Tandoori Chicken Thighs and Cauliflower Sheet Pan

4. Creamy Chicken Thighs and Cauliflower

This creamy and aromatic dish is exactly what you want to cozy up to after a long day at work! Sear the chicken in butter before simmering in broth and wine. Then, stir in spinach, half and half, parmesan, and roasted cauliflower. Mix well and serve! 

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Creamy Chicken Thighs and Cauliflower

5. Greek Baked Chicken Thighs with Cauliflower

Herby and citrusy, this baked dish is a delight! Mix the thighs, cauliflower, and lemon slices with rosemary, oregano, lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil before roasting until tender and flavorful. Once done, top with butter and parsley and serve with the pan juices! 

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Greek Baked Chicken Thighs with Cauliflower

6. Crispy Chicken Thighs with Cauliflower and Cilantro

This is a bright and tangy dish with plenty of refreshing flavors! Season the chicken thighs and sear before nestling into the same dish as cauliflower tossed in chillies. Roast everything until tender and then combine with lime juice and cilantro! 

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Crispy Chicken Thighs with Cauliflower and Cilantro

7. Baked Curry Chicken Thigh and Cauliflower 

This recipe uses all the delicious flavors of a traditional curry to produce a yummy sheet pan that everyone is sure to love! Coat the chicken and cauliflower with turmeric, curry powder, and cayenne. Arrange the cauliflower and potato on a sheet pan and then top with chicken thighs before roasting. Serve with raita sauce and fresh mint! 

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Baked Curry Chicken Thigh and Cauliflower 

8. Sweet and Crunchy Chicken Thigh and Cauliflower Roast 

This recipe offers you such a delicious way to add flavor and texture to your chicken and cauliflower! Toss the thighs, cauliflower, and tomatoes in herbs, seasonings, and oil before roasting to perfection. Then, mix up capers, pine nuts, golden raisins, and parsley and sprinkle on the chicken before serving!

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Sweet and Crunchy Chicken Thigh and Cauliflower Roast 

9. Za'atar Roasted Cauliflower and Paprika Chicken Thighs  

With this recipe, the chicken thighs and the cauliflower bring their own incredible flavors to the dish! The cauliflower is coated in oil, seasonings, and za'atar while the chicken is sprinkled with paprika and seasonings. Both are baked and then topped with your choice of fresh chopped herbs! 

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Za'atar Roasted Cauliflower and Paprika Chicken Thighs  

10. Kung Pao Chicken Thigh and Cauliflower Sheet Pan

That's right, this isn't a stir fry - it is a sheet pan dish boasting the incredible flavors of kung pao chicken! Lay out the chicken thighs, cauliflower, and peppers on a baking tray and roast. In the meantime, simmer together coconut aminos, broth, vinegar, maple syrup, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes. Once roasted, toss everything in this sauce and enjoy! 

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Kung Pao Chicken Thigh and Cauliflower Sheet Pan

11. Lemon Rosemary Chicken Thighs and Cauliflower

Tangy and herby, this recipe makes for a truly yummy dinner! Coat the cauliflower and the thighs with olive oil, lemon juice, rosemary, garlic, and spices. Lay out on a baking sheet and roast until tender. Then, rest and serve! 

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Lemon Rosemary Chicken Thighs and Cauliflower

12. Sumac Chicken Thighs with Purple Cauliflower

If you have gotten your hands on some purple cauliflower, or just want to try it out, here is a spiced recipe to try! Marinate the thighs in lemon juice, sumac, garlic, and cumin and then roast with cauliflower and onions. Once done, serve with labneh and sprinkle with pine nuts and parsley! 

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Sumac Chicken Thighs with Purple Cauliflower

13. Chicken Thighs Cauliflower Taco Bowls

Give these sheet pan taco bowls a shot and you are going to want to make them again and again! Sprinkle the thighs and cauliflower in a mix of chili powder, paprika, onion powder, and garlic powder and roast. In the meantime, whisk together the cilantro lime chili mayo. Drizzle this over the thighs and cauliflower and serve with cotija cheese. 

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Chicken Thighs Cauliflower Taco Bowls

14. Crispy Chicken Thighs with Creamy Cauliflower Rice

Make a full and delicious meal for yourself and your family with this recipe! Season the thighs and cook in butter until crispy. In the meantime, cook the cauliflower rice in garlic and coconut milk. Saute the broccolini in garlic and put all of this together and serve! 

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Crispy Chicken Thighs with Creamy Cauliflower Rice

15. Garlic Soy Chicken Thighs with Cauliflower

This dish is so good that it is going to rival any takeout that you can get! Saute chicken and cauliflower before pouring in aromatics and a sauce made from soy sauce, chili garlic sauce, tahini, sambal oelek, vinegar, and honey. Stir in scallions and serve with rice or noodles!  

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Garlic Soy Chicken Thighs with Cauliflower

16. Cajun Chicken Thighs and Cauliflower

This recipe lets you add a ton of flavor to your dish with minimal fuss. Simply mix cajun seasoning and other spices together and sprinkle over the thighs and cauliflower. Arrange on a baking sheet and top the chicken with butter before baking! 

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Cajun Chicken Thighs and Cauliflower

17. Stuffed Chicken Thighs and Cauliflower

For this indulgent dish, the thighs are stuffed with cheesy rice and served with a side of cauliflower! Start by stirring sauteed carrot and onion and grated cheese into hot cooked rice. Then, flatten out chicken thighs, place the rice in the middle and wrap the thighs around the rice, securing with a toothpick. Then, place on a baking sheet with cauliflower and roast! 

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Stuffed Chicken Thighs and Cauliflower

18. Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs and Loaded Cauliflower 

In this recipe, the chicken thighs are delicious but the cauliflower really takes center stage! Marinate the chicken thighs in thyme and paprika and lay out on a baking sheet. Toss the cauliflower in butter and also roast with the thighs. When nearly done, melt cheddar cheese on top of the cauliflower. Then, top it off with bacon, sour cream, and chives! 

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Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs And Loaded Cauliflower 

19. Chicken Thighs and Cauliflower Skillet

This skillet has punchy flavors that will brighten up any meal! Sear the thighs in a skillet before adding in the cauliflower and then roasting. Mix sherry vinegar with the pan juices and baste the cauliflower before also adding in capers and parsley! 

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Chicken Thighs and Cauliflower Skillet

20. Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs and Cauliflower

Here is a classic take on the chicken and cauliflower combo! Arrange the thighs and cauliflower on a sheet pan and then roast. Halfway through, baste the chicken with a mix of honey, mustards, vinegar, and olive oil. Roast until done and then serve with any reserved sauce! 

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Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs and Cauliflower

21. Smoky Chicken Thighs with Cauliflower

This is a good recipe for when you are looking for something with a simpler flavor profile! Start by marinating the thighs in oil, garlic, smoked paprika, and vinegar. Then, arrange on a baking dish and scatter with cauliflower and other veggies seasoned with thyme. Roast until tender and then top with peppers pickled in wine vinegar.  

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Smoky Chicken Thighs with Cauliflower

22. Thyme Chicken Thighs with Sweet Potato Fries 

This is another great recipe for when you want to enjoy the natural flavor profiles of the chicken and cauliflower. Toss the thighs, cauliflower, and sweet potato sticks in oil, salt, pepper, and thyme. Then, bake until golden brown and enjoy! 

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Thyme Chicken Thighs with Sweet Potato Fries 

23. Balsamic Chicken Thighs and Cauliflower Sheet Pan 

Sweet with a little bit of a tang, this dish is just delicious! Toss the cauliflower and the thighs in a mix of balsamic vinegar, olive oil, mustard, herbs, and spices. Then, roast until tender and browned. Top with parsley and enjoy! 

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Balsamic Chicken Thighs and Cauliflower Sheet Pan 

24. Greek Chicken Thigh Cauliflower Stew

This is a saucy dish that is filled to the brim with your favorite Greek flavors! Saute aromatics before adding in tomato sauce, cinnamon, and thyme. Nestle seared thighs into the sauce and simmer before then stirring in cauliflower and kalamata olives. Stir in parsley, sprinkle with feta, and serve! 

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Greek Chicken Thigh Cauliflower Stew

25. Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs and Cauliflower with Pomegranate Cilantro Feta

This recipe is a flavor bonanza and perfect for when you want to try something a little different! Coat the thighs, cauliflower, and sweet potatoes in cumin and paprika and arrange on a sheet pan. Roast until everything is slightly charred and then top with jalapeno, pomegranate, cilantro, and feta! 

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Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs and Cauliflower with Pomegranate Cilantro Feta

26. Chili Lime Chicken Thighs with Confetti Cauliflower Rice 

Bursting with bright and yummy flavors, this is the perfect summertime dish! Coat the thighs in cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder and cook until golden brown. Then, cook the cauliflower rice with veggies, spices, cilantro, and lime juice. Nestle the thighs on top and sprinkle with more lime juice and cilantro before serving! 

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Chili Lime Chicken Thighs with Confetti Cauliflower Rice 

27. Creamy Chicken Bacon Cauliflower Bake

If you are looking for something creamy, cheesy, and decadent, this is a recipe to try out! Cook cauliflower and bacon in butter before stirring in spinach, cream, thyme, and shallot. Then place seared chicken thighs on top and sprinkle with cheese before baking. Once done, top with shallots and serve! 

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Creamy Chicken Bacon Cauliflower Bake

28. Butter Chicken Thighs and Cauliflower  

Whip up a creamy, savory, and delicious dish that everyone is sure to love! Saute the aromatics and spices in butter before adding in tomatoes and water and pureeing. Stir in the cauliflower and chicken and simmer for a while. Then, add in spinach, cream, butter, and lemon juice! 

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Butter Chicken Thighs and Cauliflower  

29. Crispy Chicken Thighs with Savory Cauliflower 

Bring on the flavor with this recipe! Start by seasoning the thighs with paprika and chili powder and searing in a pan. Set the chicken aside, and cook cauliflower seasoned with cumin in the same pan. Nestle the thighs into the cauliflower and bake. Then, top with jalapeno and cilantro and enjoy! 

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Crispy Chicken Thighs with Savory Cauliflower 

30. Middle Eastern Chicken Thighs and Cauliflower

Enjoy a Middle Eastern dinner just loaded with flavor! Season the chicken with cumin, coriander, paprika, and cinnamon and cook in a skillet before setting aside. In the same pan, saute onions before stirring in cauliflower, water, and currants. Cook this until tender, stir in chicken thighs and then add on top of homemade hummus! 

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Middle Eastern Chicken Thighs and Cauliflower

Well, there you go - the yummiest ways to combine both chicken thighs and cauliflower. It doesn't matter if you are looking for a low carb meal, trying something a little healthier, or just like the combination - you are sure to be spoilt for choice with these recipes. So, go ahead and put them to the test without delay! 

By Kristy J. Norton
I'm Kristy – a chef and connoisseur of all things BBQ! You can find me either in my kitchen (or someone else's) or at a big outdoor barbecue surrounded by friends and family. In both my professional and personal life I’ve picked up more than a few tips and tricks for turning out delicious food. I consider it a privilege to share it with others!
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