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Thai Coconut Grilled Chicken

A flavorful and tropical grilled chicken recipe marinated in coconut milk, ginger, garlic, and spices, perfect for backyard BBQs.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, minced
  • 2 tablespoons garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce (or soy sauce)
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon curry powder
  • Cilantro or Thai basil for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine coconut milk, ginger, garlic, fish sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, and curry powder.
  2. Add chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Cover and let marinate for at least one hour in the fridge, preferably overnight.
  3. Before grilling, wipe off excess marinade to avoid charring.
  4. Preheat grill to medium heat and grill chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side, flipping only once.
  5. Brush leftover coconut milk over the chicken in the last 50 seconds of grilling.
  6. Remove from grill and let rest before serving.

Notes

Marinating overnight enhances flavor. You can also bake at 400°F for about 25 minutes, broiling at the end for extra crispiness.

  • Author: nevaeh-hall
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Thai
  • Diet: Paleo

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 thigh
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 36g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg

Keywords: grilled chicken, Thai chicken, coconut chicken, BBQ chicken, easy chicken recipes