My favorite type of food is Asian-inspired, so I wanted to share my take on grilled Asian marinated chicken thighs! This recipe is super versatile and can be paired with easy sides for a quick weeknight dinner or dressed up with more elaborate dishes for something extra special. I usually serve it with simple jasmine rice, an Asian cucumber salad and sometimes marinated carrots or sautéed zucchini.

Ingredients

• 1 package chicken thighs 
• 1 tablespoon olive oil 
• 3 teaspoons fresh grated ginger 
• 1–2 cloves garlic, minced 
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce 
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil 
• 1 teaspoon chili oil 
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce 
• 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar 
• Salt & pepper, to taste 

Instructions

• Combine all ingredients with the chicken in a large bag or container. Marinate preferably overnight for the best flavor. I use a chamber vacuum sealer with a marinate function to speed up the process when needed, but overnight in a zip-top bag works perfectly as well. 
• Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and place the chicken on the grill. Sometimes I add a little extra Salt, Pepper and Garlic seasoning right before grilling for even more flavor. 
• Once the chicken naturally releases from the grill grate, it’s ready to flip — usually about 5–6 minutes. 
• Flip and rotate occasionally until you get a nice char and the internal temperature reaches around 175°. I always cook chicken thighs a bit beyond the standard 165° because they become more tender and flavorful. 
• Let the chicken rest for a few minutes while you prepare the rest of your meal. Serve with rice and vegetables for an easy Asian-inspired dinner that will definitely leave you wanting seconds!