Best 9 Thai Chicken Thighs Recipes

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When it comes to cooking Thai chicken thighs, there are endless possibilities. Whether you prefer them grilled, roasted, or stir-fried, one thing is for sure: the flavors will be bold and unforgettable. The combination of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy is what makes Thai cuisine so unique and delicious, and chicken thighs are the perfect canvas for these vibrant flavors. In this article, we'll explore some of the best ways to cook Thai chicken thighs, so you can enjoy this flavorful dish at home.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

THAI-INSPIRED GRILLED CHICKEN THIGHS



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If you're a grilled chicken thigh and Asian food fan, you're in for a treat. This marinade has the perfect combination of savory-sweet-spicy-salty, and these juicy thighs will make your entire family happy. Serving suggestions would be jasmine rice, grilled or stir-fried veggies, or a chilled cucumber salad. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.

Provided by lutzflcat

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 2h21m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

¼ cup soy sauce
¼ cup fish sauce
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon lemongrass paste (such as Gourmet Garden®)
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs

Steps:

  • Whisk soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, cilantro, sesame oil, ginger, Sriracha, garlic, lime juice, and lemongrass paste together in a bowl.
  • Put chicken thighs in a resealable plastic bag, pour marinade over chicken, and marinate for 2 hours or overnight for an even better flavor.
  • Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and oil the grate.
  • Remove chicken thighs from marinade, discarding marinade.
  • Grill chicken thighs until they are no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 3 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Remove from grill and allow to rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 443.5 calories, Carbohydrate 13.4 g, Cholesterol 127.7 mg, Fat 25.8 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 37.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 2309.5 mg, Sugar 10.8 g

THAI GRILLED CHICKEN THIGHS



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Sweet, spicy, tender, Thai-inspired grilled chicken thighs are always the life of the party at our annual family reunions. See for yourself ... Garnish with lime wedges and chopped cilantro if desired.

Provided by Soup Loving Nicole

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 2h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
2 tablespoons fish sauce
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons sherry
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon lemongrass paste

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a gallon-sized resealable plastic bag. Whisk together fish sauce, lime juice, sherry, brown sugar, chili sauce, minced garlic, Sriracha sauce, sesame oil, and lemongrass paste in a bowl and pour over chicken. Seal the bag and toss to coat. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, but up to 8 hours for maximum flavor.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grill. Remove chicken from marinade, discarding marinade.
  • Grill until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 12 minutes total, turning halfway through the cooking time. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Transfer to a serving platter and let rest 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 292.5 calories, Carbohydrate 8.7 g, Cholesterol 85.1 mg, Fat 17.2 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 23.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 659.1 mg, Sugar 6.4 g

THAI CHICKEN THIGHS



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These very tender and moist chicken thighs come with a tangy peanut butter sauce that is irresistible. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 5h25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 bone-in chicken thighs (about 3 pounds), skin removed
1/2 cup salsa
1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon chopped seeded jalapeno pepper
2 teaspoons Thai chili sauce
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
2 green onions, sliced
2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted
Hot cooked basmati rice, optional

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a 3-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine the salsa, peanut butter, lemon juice, soy sauce, jalapeno, Thai chili sauce, garlic and ginger; pour over chicken. , Cover and cook on low until chicken is tender, 5-6 hours. Sprinkle with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve with rice if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261 calories, Fat 15g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 87mg cholesterol, Sodium 350mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CROCK POT THAI CHICKEN THIGHS



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Make and share this Crock Pot Thai Chicken Thighs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by KelBel

Categories     Chicken Thigh & Leg

Time 6h5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 boneless skinless chicken thighs
1 (16 ounce) jar cilantro salsa (or any salsa you prefer)
1/2 cup peanut butter (crunchy or creamy)
2 teaspoons ginger
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons lime juice

Steps:

  • Put all ingredients in crock pot on low for 6-8 hours.
  • Garnish with cilantro, scallions, and peanuts.
  • Serve with jasmine rice made with half coconut milk and half water (1 cup raw rice, 1 cup water, 1 cup coconut milk).

THAI CHICKEN THIGHS



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These chicken thighs marinate overnight in a Thai basil, cilantro-lime, and fish sauce blend before they're grilled.

Provided by Cooking44

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Thai

Time 8h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

⅓ cup chopped fresh cilantro
⅓ cup chopped fresh Thai basil
¼ cup fish sauce
3 green onions, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
1 tablespoon grated lime zest
1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
2 teaspoons freshly grated ginger
¾ teaspoon kosher salt
¾ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Combine cilantro, Thai basil, fish sauce, green onions, lime juice, lime zest, brown sugar, ginger, kosher salt, and 3/4 teaspoon pepper in a medium-sized bowl.
  • Combine chicken thighs and cilantro mixture in a gallon-sized zip-top bag. Marinate in the refrigerator 8 hours to overnight, turning occasionally.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Drain chicken thighs and discard marinade. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add chicken to the preheated grill and cook until no longer pink in the centers, 7 to 10 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of each thigh should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285.7 calories, Carbohydrate 4.1 g, Cholesterol 93.4 mg, Fat 17.8 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 26.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 1085.4 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

THAI COCONUT GRILLED CHICKEN THIGHS



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This is one of my fam's favorite dishes (my 8 yr old son, P1, loves it!) and it's super easy to make too. Lots of chopping, but I find that more therapeutic then shopping sometimes :) COOKING NOTE: Sometimes I hate to use the grill so this does well in the broiler too. Just use a baking sheet lined with foil topped with a non-coated cooling rack. Also fill bottom of pan with 1/2 cup of water to help cook evenly and keeps the meat juicy. Based a few times to get a nice thick, saucy coating.

Provided by MixnVixn

Categories     Chicken Thigh & Leg

Time 1h25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, rinsed and patted dry
1 (16 ounce) can unsweetened coconut milk
1 tablespoon blackstrap molasses or 1 tablespoon honey
2 teaspoons seasoned rice vinegar
1 teaspoon chinese hot sauce (more or less to taste)
2 teaspoons sesame oil
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup red onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon fresh gingerroot, grated (you can leave the skin on)
1 bunch green onion, chopped (white parts included, reserve some for garnish)
1 tablespoon fresh Thai basil, chopped
1/2 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper (or to taste)

Steps:

  • Combined all prepared marinated items in a large Ziploc baggie along with chicken thighs. Seal baggie and massage marinade into the chicken well. Let set in frig for a minimum of 1 hour to overnight. The longer they sit, the more flavor they will develop.
  • Preheat grill to reach med-high heat. Brush hot grill with olive oil so meat doe not stick. Strain off marinade into a small sauce pan, bring to a boil then lower heat to simmer until reduces to a thick consistency. Reserve half and use remaining as basting sauce during grilling process.
  • Grill chicken for about 12 minutes on each side, basting with marinade reduction often.
  • Remove from grill. top with reserved chopped green onion and serve reserved marinade reduction on side. I also like to serve mine with Green Sticky Rice and Orange Broccoli :).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 546.6, Fat 35.4, SaturatedFat 24.1, Cholesterol 188.9, Sodium 250, Carbohydrate 11, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 4, Protein 47.8

THAI CHICKEN THIGHS



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Categories     Chicken     Poultry     Bake     Low Fat     Parsnip     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 parsnips, peeled, cut into chunks
1 small onion, cut into chunks
1 2-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled, sliced
4 large cloves garlic
1 small jalapeño chili, cut in half
1 cup low-fat milk
2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon coconut extract
12 chicken thighs (about 3 3/4 pounds), skin removed and fat trimmed
Chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Combine first 9 ingredients in processor. Purée mixture until smooth. Transfer to large shallow baking dish. Add chicken thighs and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate overnight, turning chicken occasionally.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake chicken until cooked through, about 1 hour 15 minutes. Transfer chicken to platter. Garnish with chopped cilantro.

THAI GRILLED CHICKEN THIGHS



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Number Of Ingredients 10

12 boneless skinless chicken thighs
1/3 cup chopped fresh basil
1/3 cup chopped fresh coriander (cilantro)
1 tablespoon minced ginger
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon minced chili
1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients except chicken in a bowl. Mix thoroughly. Add chicken and leave to marinate at least one hour, preferably longer. Grill chicken on the BBQ, hotplate or in the griller until golden brown and cooked through.

PRESSURE COOKER THAI CHICKEN THIGHS RECIPE - (4.3/5)



Pressure Cooker Thai Chicken Thighs Recipe - (4.3/5) image

Provided by PineyCook

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 tablespoona canola oil
2 pounds chicken thighs, boneless, skinless, trimmed (about 8)
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup peanut butter
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 tablespoons freeze dried cilantro
2 tablespoons lime juice
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 tablespoon corn starch
2 tablespoons water
1/4 cup chopped peanuts
Green onions, chopped for garnish, optional

Steps:

  • Add 1 tablespoon oil to the pressure cooker pot, select browning. When oil is hot, brown the meat in small batches, do not crowd the pot. Set the browned chicken on a platter. When all the chicken is browned, add chicken broth, peanut butter, soy sauce, cilantro, lime juice, red pepper and ginger. Stir to combine. Add the browned chicken to the pot, along with any juices that have collected on the platter. Cover pot and lock lid in place. Select High Pressure and 9 minutes cook time. It will take about 10 minutes to reach high pressure. After 9 minutes cook time, turn off pressure cooker and use a quick pressure release. Remove chicken thighs from the pot leaving the sauce. In a small bowl, dissolve cornstarch in 2 tablespoons water. Add cornstarch mixture to the sauce in the pot stirring constantly. Select Simmer and bring to a boil, stirring constantly. After sauce thickens, add chicken thighs and coat with the sauce. Serve garnished with chopped peanuts and green onions.

Tips:

  • To ensure tender and juicy chicken, marinate the chicken thighs for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight.
  • Use a combination of sweet and savory ingredients in the marinade, such as soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger, to create a flavorful chicken.
  • When grilling the chicken, cook it over medium heat to prevent burning and ensure even cooking.
  • If you don't have a grill, you can also cook the chicken thighs in a grill pan or in the oven at 400°F for 25-30 minutes.
  • Serve the chicken thighs with a variety of sides, such as rice, salad, or grilled vegetables.

Conclusion:

This collection of Thai chicken thigh recipes offers a variety of delicious and easy-to-make dishes that are perfect for any occasion. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish to serve at a party, you're sure to find a recipe that you'll love. With their bold flavors and tender texture, these chicken thighs are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

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