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Scrumptious Boneless Thai-Glazed Chicken Thighs Recipe

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When was the last time dinner made your mouth water before the first bite? Succulent chicken thighs, kissed by a sticky-sweet Thai glaze and finished with crunchy peanuts and zesty lime — this recipe turns weeknight cooking into a flavor celebration.

This Thai-glazed chicken thighs recipe requires a skillet. It is filled with boneless Thai-glazed chicken thighs that are topped with peanuts and green onion.

Thai-Glazed Chicken Thighs Recipe

I think, like everyone out there, our family struggles with keeping meals exciting. In fact, one of my daughters’ biggest complaints is that meals can get really repetitive.

So, if you’re raising your hand in camaraderie and thinking ‘same’, well, you’ve come to the right place. You need these scrumptious Thai-glazed chicken thighs in your life.

Chicken thighs are delicious, simply because they’re juicy and don’t get dry. That makes them more flavorful. Not to mention, the fact that they are more inexpensive than their white meat counterpart is a plus.

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Ingredients that are needed for the recipe are shown: Thai chili sauce, soy sauce, agave, sriracha, green onions, spices, peanuts, chicken thighs and limes.

Things You Will Need for Marinade:

  • 1 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 4 tablespoons of soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon of agave syrup
  • 1 tablespoon of sriracha
  • 1 tablespoon of garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon of parsley
  • 1 tbsp of adobo powder
  • 1 teaspoon of fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 teaspoon of onion powder
  • juice of one lime
  • black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon of salt
  • 2 tablespoons of canola oil
  • 8 chicken thighs, boneless, skinless
  • 1/2 cup of green onions, for garnish
  • 1/3 cup of peanuts, coarsely chopped
  • 4 cups of jasmine rice, cooked (optional)
Ingredients are shown, peanuts, ginger, adobo, pepper, onion and garlic powder, lime, parsley, green onions, and chicken thighs.

How to Make Thai-Glazed Chicken Thighs

Grab an oven-safe pan or skillet, you will be searing the chicken thighs for about 3–5 minutes before you bake them to bring out that delicious glaze.

An empty bowl is shown surrounded by ingredients and a half cup of Thai chili sauce about to be poured in.
A tbsp of soy sauce is being poured into marinade.
Thai chili and soy sauce have been poured in, ingredients are shown.
The juice of a lime is being squeezed into marinade.
1 tbsp of agave is being poured in.
The spices are added in to the marinade.
A close up of the prepared marinade.

Make the Marinade

First, pre-heat the oven to 350 degrees. Start by pouring in the 1/2 Thai-chili sauce, then proceed to add the 1 tbsp of soy sauce of your choice. Add garlic to marinade, either whole or minced.

Cut a lime in half and squeeze all the juice from both halves into the marinade. Add a tbsp of agave syrup into the bowl.

Don’t forget the heat and add 1 tbsp of sriracha to the mix. Add all spices to the marinade and whisk until it is completely mixed. It’s ready!

Chicken is marinating in the prepared marinade.
Marinated chicken is being seared in pan.

Marinate, Sear It Up and Bake

Add the chicken to the marinade. Let it marinate for 30 minutes to an hour. Once it is marinated, add 2 tsp of olive oil into the pan and sear chicken for 3–5 minutes on each side until it chars.

Place chicken in an oven-safe skillet and into the oven and bake for about 15 to 20 minutes and until the chicken is no longer pink and a glaze is visible.

While it is baking, finely chop up green onions and peanuts. Chop the lime into wedges. You will need this for serving!

Skillet is shown topped with green onions and peanuts and extra sauce on the side.
Close up of chicken thighs all prepared.

Get Ready to Serve

Once the chicken is cooked, it’s time for the finishing touches. Add chopped green onions and peanuts on top of the chicken.

You can add as much or as little as you’d like. You can also chop as thick and course as you prefer as well. The glaze is nice and sticky, so it will stick and be ready to eat.

A bed of white steamed rice is topped with the Thai-glazed chicken thighs with a lime on the side.

Serve and Enjoy

Place a portion of steamed white rice, top it with 1 or 2 chicken thighs and use your fork to cut the chicken. If using chopsticks, cut the chicken thighs before placing it on top of the rice. Drizzle with leftover sauce, squeeze the lime on top, and enjoy!

I hope you love these Thai-Glazed Chicken Thighs as much as we do! If you made this recipe, leave a rating and comment below — it really helps others find it.

Frequently Asked Questions About Thai Chicken Thighs

How long should I marinate the chicken for the best flavor?

For the most flavorful Thai-glazed chicken, marinate for at least 30 minutes, but if you have time, up to 1 hour allows the sauce to fully infuse the meat.

How can I get a crispy golden crust on my chicken?

Avoid overcrowding your pan when searing. Give each chicken thigh space so it browns instead of steaming — that’s how you get a perfect golden crust.

Can I adjust the spice level in this recipe?

Absolutely! For a milder version, reduce the sriracha. If you like more heat, add an extra teaspoon or even a dash of chili flakes.

How do I know when my chicken is fully cooked?

If your Thai glaze is thinner than you’d like, transfer it to a small saucepan and simmer it for 1–2 minutes until it thickens to your desired consistency.

Can I prepare the marinade ahead of time?

Yes! The marinade can be made up to 2 days ahead and stored in the fridge in an airtight container.

How should I store and reheat leftovers?

Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days in a sealed container. Reheat in a skillet with a splash of water to keep the chicken moist and flavorful.

Close up of chicken thighs all prepared.
Yield: 4 servings (about 2 thighs per person)

Thai-Glazed Chicken Thighs

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Marinating Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes

These Thai-Glazed Chicken Thighs are juicy, flavorful, and irresistibly sticky. Made with a sweet-and-spicy glaze of chili sauce, soy, lime, and sriracha, this easy dinner recipe delivers restaurant-quality flavor in under an hour. Serve over jasmine rice and top with crunchy peanuts and fresh green onions for a meal everyone will love.

Ingredients

For the Marinade / Glaze:

  • 1 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 4 Tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 Tbsp agave syrup (or honey)
  • 1 Tbsp sriracha
  • 1 Tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 Tbsp dried parsley
  • 1 Tbsp adobo powder
  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • juice of 1 lime
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 Tbsp canola oil (or neutral oil)

For the Chicken & Garnish:

  • 8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • ½ cup green onions, sliced
  • ⅓ cup roasted peanuts, chopped
  • lime wedges, for serving
  • cooked jasmine rice, for serving (optional)

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven: Set oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Make the marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, agave, sriracha, garlic powder, parsley, adobo, ginger, onion powder, lime juice, salt, pepper, and oil until smooth.
  • Marinate the chicken: Add chicken thighs to a large zip-top bag or dish. Pour marinade over chicken, coating evenly. Marinate for at least 30 minutes (up to 1 hour for deeper flavor).
  • Sear the chicken: Heat a drizzle of oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from the marinade (reserve excess liquid). Sear 3–5 minutes per side until golden brown.
  • Bake to finish: Transfer skillet to the oven (or move chicken to a baking dish). Bake 15–20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and glaze thickens.
  • Garnish and serve: Spoon glaze from the pan over the chicken. Top with green onions and chopped peanuts. Serve hot with lime wedges and jasmine rice.

    • Notes

    Serve your Thai-Glazed Chicken Thighs over jasmine rice or coconut rice, with a side of steamed broccoli or cucumber salad. Garnish with extra lime juice for brightness.

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    Nutrition Information:

    Yield:

    4

    Serving Size:

    2 thighs
    Amount Per Serving: Calories: 916Total Fat: 50.3gSodium: 1545mgCarbohydrates: 17.8gSugar: 10.9gProtein: 93.6g

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    © Nancy Polanco
    Cuisine: Thai-Inspired / Category: Chicken Entrées
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    114 Comments

    1. I’ve never tried to make Thai food at home but these sound awesome! I am always in the market for new chicken marinade recipes so I’ll have to add this to my “to-make” list.

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    2. That looks really tasty. It looks like it is just chalked full of flavor. I definitely like trying different seasonings and marinades with meat.

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    4. This looks incredible, and sounds like it tastes amazing. I haven’t used Bragg Amino Acids in ages, and it would be good to incorporate it into our meals.

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    5. Oh, this looks so yummy! Thank you for the photos, makes it easier to follow the recipe. I will definitely try this!

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    7. Wow, this recipe is super nice! I love all of the ingredients you chose, really brings it together!

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    15. Oh my goodness! This looks so delicious. I’m literally making this tonight! I’ll pin it for later! Thanks for the recipe.

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    17. These Thai glazed chicken thighs look so delicious and easy to make. I will have to get the ingredients I need to make some for dinner this week. Thanks for the great recipe.

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    18. Wow this looks and sounds delicious! Thanks for sharing. I love new recipes! You’ve explained the whole process to well! I’m sold!

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    21. Oh my goodness! How good does this sound, chicken really is such a versatile meat to work with, amazing all the things you can make. This particular recipe sounds amazingly full of flavour.

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    23. YUM! I am always looking for new chicken recipes! The pictures you took in your post had my mouth watering!

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    24. I feel like we are eating the same things over and over again. What a great way to change up dinner. I can’t wait to give this a try.

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    26. Oh wow, the foodie in me wants to jump into the screen and grab that food :). Amazing pictures. Page bookmarked, I am definitely trying this, sometime this week. Thanks for sharing

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    27. This looks super yum recipe and I am saving this recipe for my next party with friends over the weekend.

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    31. The Thai sauce looks amazing. i am currently not eating meat but i would still like to use the sauce…maybe I can still use it with shrimp!

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    33. Wow, that certainly made my mouth water! I love your photos and really clear step by step instructions too. I’ll certainly be giving this a go! 🙂

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    36. Oh my, I have to try this recipe. I have like half of the ingredients already, so I don’t have to buy so many stuff. I’m pretty sure I would love this one. And yes, I get you, my meals are pretty much the same all the time.

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    37. Yummy! You’ve described this chicken so well I want it now! Thank you for the new recipe! I can’t wait to try it!

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    38. I love Asian dishes and this one looks like it won’t disappoint. I’ll have to try it for this weekend, I have company coming in and she also loves Asian dishes especially with chicken.

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    41. Oh, my goodness!! This recipe looks really delicious. I will surely give this a try. So yummy!! It makes me feel so hungry.

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    44. This looks incredibly delicious! You had me at glazed chicken. I’m going to try this recipe. I know my family is going to like it.

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    47. Thanks for sharing your new glazed chicken recipe. This is perfect for my weekend cooking session with my boyfriend. Thai sauces and spices are the best.

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    50. I like the idea of mixing things up a bit and creating scrumptious dishes with plenty of flavour. And how amazing that this has a Thai twist with the delicious sounding glaze.

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    51. This Thai-glazed chicken looks so delicious.
      Mouthwatering recipe I must say. chicken is my favorite and I will try this recipe sometime. Thanks for sharing.

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    52. This looks so delicious! Do you think this would taste good with sweet potato instead of rice? I usually peel and chop it into little chunks then toss in olive oil before roasting. It would add a sweet flavor to the spice of the thighs, I think.

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    53. I have to try this recipe,it looks so delicious Nancy.I need to get the ingredients and give it a try soon!

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    54. Hiya,we enjoyed this marinade chicken last night for dinner it was delicious ! Thanks even the grandkids enjoyed it and that’s always a bonus !

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