Thai Style Grilled Chicken Recipe

Name: Thai Style Grilled Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 chicken drumsticks; 6 chicken thighs; 2 stalks lemongrass; 2 12 inches piece fresh ginger, peeled and finely grated; 3 garlic cloves, crushed; 1 red onion, finely chopped; 2 limes, juice and zest of; 3 tablespoons rice vinegar; 3 tablespoons brown sugar; 3 tablespoons olive oil

Servings: persons

1
Remove the tough outer skin from the lemon grass and roughly chop.
2
Place the lemon grass, ginger, garlic, onion, lime zest and juice, rice vinegar, sugar and olive oil in a processor and blend until smooth.
3
With a sharp pair of kitchen scissors or knife, make a deep cut into the thighs and to the bone on both sides of the drumsticks.
4
Place the marinade in a large bowl, add the chicken thighs and drumsticks and mix until coated.
5
Cover and chill for at least 2hrs.
6
Grill the chicken on a medium heat for about 15-20 mins turning every 5 mins until the chicken is opaque with no trace of pink at the bone.
7
Serve the chicken and sprinkle with chopped coriander alongside a sweet chilli sauce dip.

848

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 chicken drumsticks, 6 chicken thighs, 2 stalks lemongrass, 2 12 inches piece fresh ginger, peeled and finely grated, and more.

Yes, Thai Style Grilled Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Thai Style Grilled Chicken

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Variations & substitutions

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