🌱 Vegan Chicken Thighs Substitutes

3 proven alternatives for baking, cooking, and more

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1. Seitan Chicken Thighs

medium

RATIO:

1:1 replacement

BEST FOR:

slow cookingbraisingrich dishes

BAKING CONTEXT:

Can be used in casseroles or baked dishes.

💡 PRO TIPS:

Make or buy seitan. Season well for authentic chicken flavor.

RECOMMENDED BRANDS:

Homemade Seitan, Upton's Naturals, Seitan Thighs

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2. Tempeh Chicken Thighs

medium

RATIO:

1 package tempeh = 4 thighs

BEST FOR:

grillingstir-friesfermented

BAKING CONTEXT:

Good for baked tempeh dishes.

💡 PRO TIPS:

Steam first to remove bitterness. Slice and marinate. Fermented flavor.

RECOMMENDED BRANDS:

Lightlife, Organic Tempeh, Soy Tempeh

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3. Tofu Chicken Thighs

medium

RATIO:

1 block firm tofu = 4 thighs

BEST FOR:

crispyabsorbingbudget-friendly

BAKING CONTEXT:

Excellent for crispy baked tofu.

💡 PRO TIPS:

Press well and marinate. Gets crispy when baked or fried.

RECOMMENDED BRANDS:

Nasoya, House Foods, Extra Firm Tofu

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