Grilled Thai Chicken

This easy grilled Thai chicken recipe features a delicious marinade of soy sauce, lime juice, and fresh herbs that come together in no time, perfect for busy evenings or backyard barbecues.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 15

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Grilled, Thai

Calories: 250

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Marinade

1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons fish sauce Can be substituted with a mix of soy sauce and water if necessary.
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons lime juice Can substitute with lemon or pineapple juice for a different flavor.
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
1 tablespoon vegetable oil

For the Chicken

4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Can be replaced with chicken thighs for more flavor.
4 pieces lime wedges For serving.
Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)

Method

Preparation

Ensure each chicken breast is evenly thick for uniform cooking.
In a large bowl, whisk together soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, garlic, ginger, and vegetable oil.
Add chicken to the marinade, ensuring it is fully coated. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes, ideally a couple of hours in the fridge.

Grilling

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
Remove chicken from the marinade, allowing excess to drip off.
Place chicken on the grill and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing.
Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired and serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 32gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gSodium: 800mgSugar: 5g

Notes

For a twist, add a teaspoon of red curry paste to the marinade, or substitute lime juice with lemon or pineapple juice. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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