Maple Tom Yum Chicken

Why Try This Recipe?
This recipe is quick, easy, and bursting with flavor. The spicy Tom Yum paste, tangy lime juice, and sweet maple syrup create a perfect balance of savory and sweet, while grilling the chicken adds a delicious smoky flavor. Impress your guests and add this dish to your barbecue rotation!

Servings: 2-4
Preparation Time: 2-3 minutes
Marinating Time: 30 minutes to 12 hours

Ingredients:

Chicken:
4 boneless or whole chicken thighs

Marinade:
2-4 tbsp spicy Tom Yum paste (adjust to desired spiciness)
Juice of 1 lime
1 tbsp maple syrup
1 tbsp fish sauce (or 1 pinch of salt)
1 tbsp cooking oil
Lime wedge (optional)

Instructions:

Prepare the Marinade:
In a bowl, mix all marinade ingredients together.

Marinate the Chicken:
Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated.
Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes and up to 12 hours.
Reserve any excess marinade for glazing during cooking.

Preheat the barbecue and oil the grill.
Sear the chicken thighs over high heat for 2 minutes on each side.
Lower the heat to medium and continue cooking for 4 minutes on each side or until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.

Serving Suggestion:
Enjoy with sticky rice and a pint of your favorite beer!