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Sweet Soy Marinated Grilled Chicken Thighs

These sweet soy marinated grilled chicken thighs are the perfect summer grilling recipe. Packed full of flavor and marinated in brown sugar, soy sauce, coconut milk, and tons of flavorful spices. They are grilled to perfection and will please even the pickiest of eaters. 

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Marinating Time
4 hrs
Total Time
4 hrs 30 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 684 kcal
Course: Main Course

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup dark brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon grated ginger
  • 1 tablespoon grated garlic
  • 1 tablespoon lemongrass paste
  • 1 tablespoon Chili garlic sauce
  • 10 boneless skinless chicken thighs about 2-1/2 pounds
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 4 green onions trimmed and thinly sliced

Instructions

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  1. In a large bowl add brown sugar, low sodium soy sauce, coconut milk, grated ginger, grated garlic, lemongrass paste, and chili garlic sauce.
  2. Whisk to combine until the sugar has dissolved.
  3. Add in the chicken thighs.
  4. Toss to coat, cover, and let the chicken marinate for at least 4 hours.
  5. Heat your grill to medium-high heat.
  6. Add your chicken to the grill and grill until fully cooked, about 15 minutes.
  7. In a 9x13 dish add melted butter and green onions.
  8. Once your chicken has fully cooked remove it from the grill, add it to the dish and toss in the melted butter and green onions.
  9. If desired, serve with grilled pineapple.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1g Calories 684kcal (34%) Carbohydrates 29g (10%) Protein 70g (140%) Fat 34g (52%) Saturated Fat 14g (70%) Polyunsaturated Fat 19g Cholesterol 372mg (124%) Sodium 1131mg (47%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 25g (50%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 684

% Daily Value*

Serving 1g
Calories 684kcal 34%
Carbohydrates 29g 10%
Protein 70g 140%
Fat 34g 52%
Saturated Fat 14g 70%
Polyunsaturated Fat 19g 112%
Cholesterol 372mg 124%
Sodium 1131mg 47%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 25g 50%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.