Tangy Thai Chicken Recipe

Spice up your weeknight dinner with this vibrant Tangy Thai Chicken recipe! Tender chicken breasts are marinated in a fragrant blend of Thai curry paste, coconut milk, and a touch of heat, then grilled to perfection. This easy recipe delivers bold Thai flavors in under 40 minutes – perfect for busy weeknights or a delicious weekend meal. Serve over rice and garnish with peanuts and cilantro for an authentic finishing touch.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 34 mins
Calories 163 kcal
Protein 55g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Tangy Thai Chicken

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How to Make Tangy Thai Chicken

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons Thai red curry paste and 1 tablespoon vegetable oil until the paste is smooth.
  2. Stir in ¾ cup coconut milk. Taste and adjust seasoning by adding more curry paste (up to 1 tablespoon more) or salt to your preference. If too spicy, add a little more coconut milk (up to ¼ cup).
  3. Place 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag.
  4. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it's fully coated. Seal the bag and remove excess air.
  5. Marinate at room temperature for 20 minutes for a quick flavor boost, or refrigerate for several hours (up to overnight) for more intense flavor.
  6. Preheat grill to medium heat or heat a large skillet over medium heat.
  7. Remove chicken from marinade and discard the marinade.
  8. Grill or pan-fry the chicken for 10-12 minutes, turning every 2-3 minutes, until cooked through and slightly charred. Internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
  9. During the last 2 minutes of cooking, brush both sides of the chicken with 2 tablespoons of chili sauce (Sriracha or your preferred brand).
  10. Once cooked, let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  11. Serve the chicken breasts whole or sliced over rice. Garnish generously with ¼ cup chopped peanuts and ¼ cup chopped cilantro.
  12. Serve with extra chili sauce on the side, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

5g

Fat

3g

Carbs

0g