Thai-Inspired Spicy Cilantro Chicken

By Tiffy Cooks

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Indulge in a burst of vibrant flavors with this super easy Thai-inspired Spicy Cilantro Chicken recipe. A perfect mouthwatering recipe that balances heat, freshness, and herbaceous goodness.

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Prep Time:5

Cook Time:15

Total Time:20

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Asian, Thai

Keyword: 20 Minute Recipes, asian dinner, Asian Recipes, chicken, Chicken Recipe, dinner Ideas, easy dinner, Easy Recipes, Gluten Free Recipes, QUICK RECIPES, Spicy, thai

Servings: servings

Calories: 250kcal

Ingredients

4 pieces chicken thigh boneless skin-on
Salt and pepper
¼ cup cornstarch

CILANTRO SAUCE

2 tbsp Soy Sauce
4-5 stalks cilantro chopped
6 cloves garlic chopped
2 Thai red chili chopped (adjust to own spice level)
1 lime juiced (around 6 tablespoons)
0.5 tbsp Sugar

Instructions

Season the chicken with salt and pepper, and coat the chicken with a thin layer of cornstarch on both sides.
In a pan, drizzle in oil and turn the heat to medium-high. Once the pan is hot, add the chicken, skin side facing down.
Pan-fry the chicken for 7 minutes on each side or until crispy and golden brown. Remove and set aside.
Mix soy sauce, cilantro, garlic, red chili, lime juice, and sugar in a bowl. Mix well. Taste to adjust for sweetness
Drizzle the sauce on top of the chicken, and enjoy!

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Nutrition

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 56gProtein: 8gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 2068mgPotassium: 536mgFiber: 3gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 1358IUVitamin C: 238mgCalcium: 66mgIron: 3mg