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Choosing a Meat Thermometer for Juicy Chicken Thighs

A fast digital probe suits spot checks; a leave-in probe makes oven and barbecue cooking easier to monitor. Probe the thickest flesh without touching bone.

A meat thermometer for chicken thighs needs a slim probe that can reach the thickest part of the meat without resting against bone. An instant-read food thermometer is convenient when you want to check several thighs near the end of cooking; an oven-safe leave-in model can alert you as one representative piece approaches the target.

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Where should a thermometer go in a chicken thigh?

Insert it into the thickest fleshy section from the side, keeping the sensing area clear of bone and the cooking surface.

What temperature should chicken thighs reach in Australia?

Food Standards Australia New Zealand advises cooking poultry to 75°C at its centre. Measure the coldest thick section rather than relying on colour.

Can I leave a thermometer in chicken thighs in the oven?

Only if the probe and cable are expressly rated for leave-in oven use. A handheld instant-read unit should be inserted only for a check.

Why do different chicken thighs give different readings?

Thickness, bone position and oven hot spots vary. Check the largest pieces individually before serving.