Description
This Grilled Thai Chicken recipe offers a flavorful, easy-to-make dish featuring boneless, skinless chicken thighs marinated with a vibrant Thai seasoning blend and a tangy glaze made from sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, lime juice, sriracha, and fresh cilantro. Perfectly grilled to juicy perfection, this dish brings authentic Thai-inspired flavors to your table in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Seasoning
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (or vegetable oil)
- 3 tablespoons Thai seasoning (see notes below)
Glaze
- ¼ cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, around 400°F, to ensure it is hot enough for even cooking and a nice sear on the chicken thighs.
- Prepare Chicken: Rub the chicken thighs evenly with olive oil, then sprinkle the Thai seasoning all over the chicken to coat it well, infusing it with flavor.
- Make Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, lime juice, sriracha, and fresh chopped cilantro to create a balanced, tangy glaze.
- Grill Chicken: Place the seasoned chicken thighs on the preheated grill. Cook for 5-6 minutes on one side without moving to develop grill marks.
- Glaze Application: Flip the chicken thighs and during the last 2 minutes of grilling, brush half of the prepared glaze onto the chicken to enhance the flavor and keep it moist.
- Finish Cooking and Rest: Remove the chicken from the grill once it reaches an internal temperature of 160°F (it will rise to about 165°F while resting). Brush the remaining glaze over the chicken and let it rest on a cutting board for 5 minutes to retain juices.
- Serve: Slice or dice the rested chicken thighs and serve them as desired, perfect for pairing with rice or fresh vegetables.
Notes
- The Thai seasoning typically includes ingredients like garlic powder, ginger, coriander, cumin, and chili flakes; adjust according to your preference or use a pre-made blend.
- Ensure the chicken reaches the proper internal temperature of 165°F to ensure safety and optimal juiciness.
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the seasoning and glaze mix for 30 minutes before grilling if time permits.
- This recipe is easily doubled or halved depending on your serving needs.
