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Thai Grilled Peanut Chicken

Thai Grilled Peanut Chicken – Easy and Flavorful Dinner


  • Author: Clara Whisk
  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes (including minimum marinade)
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Halal

Description

Juicy chicken thighs marinated in a creamy, savory Thai-style peanut sauce, then grilled or broiled to perfection. Easy, flavorful, and family-friendly.


Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs (cut into bite-sized chunks)

  • ½ cup creamy peanut butter

  • 1 cup full-fat unsweetened coconut milk

  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice

  • 2 tbsp soy sauce (or halal fish sauce)

  • 1½ tbsp brown sugar

  • 1 tsp ground ginger

  • 1 tbsp minced garlic (≈3 cloves)

  • ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)


Instructions

  • Make the Sauce: Whisk all sauce ingredients until smooth. Reserve 1 cup for serving.

  • Marinate Chicken: Coat chicken in remaining sauce and marinate 1–8 hours.

  • Skewer (optional): Thread onto skewers or place on rack.

  • Broil or Grill:

    • Broil: 6 minutes on high, flipping once.

    • Grill: 6 minutes per side at 375–450°F.

  • Serve: Rest 5 minutes, then serve with reserved sauce.

Notes

  • Marinate at least 1 hour for best flavor

  • Great with rice, noodles, or salad

  • Make extra sauce for dipping

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Grilling or Broiling
  • Cuisine: Thai-Inspired