How to Make Thai Chicken - A Step-by-Step Guide

Thai cuisine is known for its bold flavors and aromatic dishes, and one of the most popular dishes is Thai chicken. This flavorful and fragrant dish is a staple in Thai restaurants all over the world, and for good reason. The combination of tender chicken, savory vegetables, and a deliciously rich and tangy sauce make this dish a crowd-pleaser.

Thai chicken is a dish that is full of complex flavors and textures. The tender and juicy chicken is marinated in a blend of fragrant spices a...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup soy sauce
  • 8 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons hot pepper sauce
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
  • 2 pounds skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • ½ cup water
  • 4 tablespoons crunchy peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 5 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Mix soy sauce, garlic, hot pepper sauce, and ginger together in a large bowl until well combined. Add chicken to the bowl, turn to coat evenly, then cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
  • When ready to cook, remove chicken from the marinade and shake off excess. Reserve marinade in the bowl.
  • Heat sesame oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add brown sugar and stir until dissolved. Add onion and sauté for 5 minutes. Add chicken; cook and stir until evenly browned, about 5 minutes. Add water and reserved marinade and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes. Add peanut butter, stir until well combined, and simmer for 10 more minutes. Transfer chicken to a serving platter, pour the sauce over top, and garnish with green onions.
  • Nutrition

    466 cal.

    • Total Fat: 21g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 188mg
    • Sodium: 3930mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 17g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 53g
    • Vitamin C: 5mg
    • Calcium: 65mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 876mg