Description
Savor the vibrant street flavors of Thailand with this easy Thai grilled chicken. Marinated in lemongrass and garlic, it’s perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lb chicken thigh fillets (skinless, boneless)
- 1 large lemongrass stalk (white part only, sliced 5mm thick)
- 4 cloves garlic (peeled, whole)
- 2 1/2 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tbsp light soy sauce
- 2 tsp dark soy sauce
- 3 tbsp brown sugar or palm sugar
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- Nam Jim Jaew (traditional Thai dipping sauce)
- Lime Sweet Chilli Sauce
- Bottle of sweet chilli sauce
- Lime wedges
- Red chili (finely sliced, optional)
- Cilantro / coriander leaves (optional)
- Coconut rice
Instructions
- Blitz the marinade ingredients, except for the oil, in a jug until fully pureed.
- Marinate by pouring the mixture into a bowl, adding oil, and stirring to combine. Add chicken, toss to coat, and cover tightly. Marinate overnight or at least for 3 hours.
- Heat the outdoor BBQ grill on high or a non-stick pan over high heat.
- Cook the chicken on the BBQ or in the pan over medium heat until golden brown, approximately 5 to 6 minutes per side.
- Rest the chicken for 3 minutes off the heat before serving.
Notes
Marinating overnight enhances flavors significantly. Pair with refreshing side salads or sauces for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg