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Thai Chicken (Gai Yang)

A simple, flavorful Thai Chicken (Gai Yang) recipe that will delight your taste buds and impress your friends.
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Prep Time 2 hours
Cook Time 16 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 16 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 4 thighs chicken thighs bone-in and skin-on
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh coriander chopped
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tsp ground white pepper
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Bowl

Method
 

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine soy sauce, fish sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, chopped coriander, lime juice, ground white pepper, and turmeric powder. Mix well to create the marinade.
  2. Step 2: Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
  3. Step 3: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  4. Step 4: Remove the chicken from the marinade and let any excess marinade drip off. Brush the chicken with vegetable oil.
  5. Step 5: Place the chicken thighs on the grill, skin-side down. Grill for 6-8 minutes, then flip and continue grilling for another 6-8 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
  6. Step 6: Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Store any leftover chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can also freeze the grilled chicken for up to 2 months.