Description
This Grilled Thai Chicken recipe features tender, boneless chicken thighs marinated with a flavorful blend of Thai seasoning and coated with a tangy sweet chili glaze. Perfectly grilled to juicy perfection, this dish offers a vibrant balance of sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors, complemented by fresh cilantro. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for a quick and delicious weeknight dinner or casual gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (or vegetable oil)
- 3 tablespoons Thai seasoning (blend of spices such as coriander, cumin, garlic powder, and chili powder)
Glaze
- ¼ cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, approximately 400°F, ensuring it’s hot enough for proper searing of the chicken.
- Season the Chicken: Rub the chicken thighs evenly with olive oil. Then, generously sprinkle the Thai seasoning over each piece to coat thoroughly, enhancing flavor and creating a savory crust.
- Prepare the Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, lime juice, sriracha, and chopped fresh cilantro. Set this flavorful glaze aside for basting later.
- Grill the Chicken: Place the seasoned chicken thighs onto the grill. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes on one side until nicely charred and grill marks appear.
- Baste with Glaze: Flip the chicken and, during the last 2 minutes of cooking, brush half of the prepared glaze over the tops of the chicken thighs to infuse flavor and caramelize slightly.
- Check Doneness and Rest: Remove the chicken from the grill once the internal temperature reaches 160°F, as confirmed with a meat thermometer. The temperature will continue to rise as it rests. Brush the remaining glaze onto the chicken while resting it on a cutting board for 5 minutes.
- Serve: After resting, slice or dice the grilled chicken thighs and serve immediately, allowing the flavorful glaze and juicy texture to shine.
Notes
- For an authentic Thai seasoning blend, combine ground coriander, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Adjust sriracha quantity based on preferred spice level.
- Make sure your grill is properly preheated to avoid sticking and to get good sear marks.
- Resting the chicken after grilling allows juices to redistribute, keeping it moist.
- Serve with steamed jasmine rice and fresh vegetables for a complete Thai-inspired meal.
