Is it better to use chicken breast or thighs?

Choosing chicken thighs over breasts will be your best bet in ensuring that the chicken is never dry. Although most people prefer the appearance of the chicken breast, thighs are your best bet flavor-wise. One key difference between the two is the fat content—chicken thighs are fattier than the breasts and they will always cook moister in comparison. If you're choosing breasts because of their low fat content, consider the fact that you'll probably just add the fat back in (even more so if the meat is dry, via marinades and a fatty sauce). Both thighs and breasts have the same relative content of iron, sodium, and good cholesterol.