Lay the thigh skin side down and run a small knife along the bone, keeping the blade close to it, then lift the bone out once both sides are freed. Buying bone-in thighs and deboning them yourself is usually cheaper than pre-cut fillets, and it takes less than a minute once you have done a few.
Method
- Place the thigh skin side down on a board.
- Run the knife tip along one side of the bone, cutting close against it.
- Repeat on the other side, then lift and cut the bone free at the joint.
- Trim any excess fat, then cut into pieces for your recipe.
Tips
FAQ
Is it cheaper to debone chicken thighs yourself?
Usually yes, bone-in thighs cost less per kilo than boneless fillets, and deboning takes very little time once you are used to it.
What should I do with the bones?
Freeze them until you have enough for a batch of stock, chicken bones make a good base for soups and ramen broth.
