Thai BBQ Chicken

Thai BBQ Chicken

This Thai BBQ chicken is marinated in a flavorful blend of Thai spices and grilled to perfection.

Ingredients

  • Vegetable oil (2 tablespoons)
  • Cilantro (1/4 cup, chopped)
  • Brown sugar (2 tablespoons)
  • Lime juice (2 tablespoons)
  • Soy sauce (2 tablespoons)
  • Fish sauce (2 tablespoons)
  • Ginger (1 tablespoon, grated)
  • Garlic (4 cloves, minced)
  • Lemongrass (2 stalks, minced)
  • Chicken thighs (4)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine the lemongrass, garlic, ginger, fish sauce, soy sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, cilantro, and vegetable oil to make the marinade.
  2. Place the chicken thighs in a ziplock bag and pour the marinade over them. Seal the bag and massage the marinade into the chicken. Let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
  3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  4. Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the excess marinade.
  5. Grill the chicken thighs for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until cooked through and nicely charred.
  6. Remove from the grill and let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
  7. Serve the Thai BBQ chicken with steamed rice and a side of Thai sweet chili sauce.

Dietary Information

Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 20 minutes • Cook Time: 15 minutes • Calories: 350 • Fat: 15g • Carbs: 10g • Protein: 30g • Sodium: 800mg • Sugar: 5g