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Grilled Thai Chicken

Savory Grilled Thai Chicken: Your New Weeknight Delight

Irresistibly flavorful and easy to make, this Grilled Thai Chicken will spice up your weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marination Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 370

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 whole Chicken Butterflied for even cooking
  • 1 stalk Lemongrass Finely chopped; can substitute with lemon zest or juice
For the Marinade
  • 2 tbsp Palm Sugar Can substitute with brown sugar or honey
  • 1 tbsp Fish Sauce Can substitute with soy sauce
  • 2 pieces Bird’s Eye Chilies Adjust heat to taste; jalapeños are milder
For the Extras
  • 4 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh garlic preferred for best flavor
  • 1 cup Cilantro Use for garnish; parsley can be an alternative
  • 2 tbsp Lime Juice Fresh juice preferred for brightness

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Mixing bowl
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Grilled Thai Chicken
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine minced garlic, finely chopped lemongrass, soy sauce, fish sauce, vegetable oil, palm sugar, grated ginger, ground white pepper, cilantro, lime juice, and sliced bird’s eye chilies. Whisk until the palm sugar is fully dissolved.
  2. Coat the butterflied chicken generously with the marinade and place it in a large dish or resealable bag. Marinate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight in the refrigerator.
  3. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (375°F to 400°F), ensuring the grill grates are clean and lightly oiled.
  4. Remove the chicken from the marinade and place it skin-side down on the grill. Grill for 10 to 15 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Flip and grill for another 10 to 15 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  5. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving, garnished with lime wedges and fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 370kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 27gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Allow chicken to come to room temperature before grilling for even cooking. Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness.

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