Thai Grilled Chicken
2 servings
25 minutes
Thai-style grilled chicken is an exquisite blend of spiciness and sweetness that reflects Thailand's culinary traditions. The marinade made from soy sauce, garlic, and pepper gives the meat a rich and spicy flavor, while the honey-lime glaze adds a delicate sweetness and citrus freshness. Grilling gives the chicken an appetizing golden crust and a light smoky hue, making it an ideal dish for both street festivals and home dinners. Thai cuisine is renowned for its skillful balance of flavors – salty, sweet, sour, and spicy – and this recipe is a vivid example of its harmony. It’s best served with rice or fresh vegetables to highlight all the flavor nuances and make the meal even more unforgettable.
1
Prepare the grill. Heat it over medium heat.
2
Mix soy sauce, garlic, and pepper.
- Soy sauce: 0.3 glass
- Finely chopped garlic: 2 teaspoons
- Red chili pepper: 5 g
3
Place the chicken in a shallow baking dish. Pour with soy sauce and mix well with the chicken. Let it sit for 10 minutes.
- Chicken breast fillet: 2 pieces
- Soy sauce: 0.3 glass
4
Mix honey and lime juice in a small bowl until smooth and set aside.
- Honey: 1 tablespoon
- Freshly squeezed lime juice: 1 tablespoon
5
Place the chicken on the grill. Brush the chicken with marinade, cover, and let it sit for 5 minutes. Then brush the chicken again with honey marinade. Grill for 5 minutes or until cooked through.
- Chicken breast fillet: 2 pieces
- Honey: 1 tablespoon
