Fish-sauce-and-lime chicken thighs grill alongside tender WA late-summer zucchini while jasmine rice cooks on the stove for a practical Thai-inspired dinner.
- Total time: 45 min
- Servings: 2 servings
- Estimated total cost: $9
- Calories per serving: 650 cal
- Stovetop
- Grill
Drink pairing: An off-dry Riesling balances the savory marinade, lime acidity, and gentle chile heat.
Details
Ingredients
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Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs12 ounces $6.49
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Organic Zucchini Squash12 ounces $2.77
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Organic Jasmine Thai White Rice2/3 cup dry $4.19
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Lime1 large $0.69
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Green Onion2 $1.39
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Cilantro Bunch1/4 cup chopped leaves and tender stems $1.19
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Garlic2 cloves
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Fish sauce1 1/2 tablespoons
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Low-sodium soy sauce1 tablespoon
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Light brown sugar1 tablespoon
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Neutral cooking oil1 1/2 tablespoons
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Crushed red pepper flakes1/4 teaspoon
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Kosher salt1 teaspoon
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Ground black pepper1/4 teaspoon
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Water1 cup
Instructions
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Heat a grill to medium-high, about 425°F, and clean and oil the grates. Thinly slice 2 green onions, chop 1/4 cup cilantro leaves and tender stems, and mince 2 garlic cloves. Zest and juice 1 large lime, aiming for 2 tablespoons juice.
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Pat 12 ounces boneless skinless chicken thighs dry and season them with 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt. In a shallow dish, whisk together:
- The prepared garlic, lime zest, and lime juice
- 1 1/2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon neutral cooking oil
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Add the chicken, turn to coat, and marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes.
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While the chicken marinates, rinse 2/3 cup dry jasmine rice. Combine the rice in a small saucepan with 1 cup water and 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce the heat to low, and cook for 15 minutes. Remove from the heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes before fluffing.
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Cut 12 ounces zucchini lengthwise into planks about 1/2 inch thick. Coat them with 1/2 tablespoon neutral cooking oil, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper.
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Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade. Grill the chicken with the lid closed for 5 to 6 minutes per side, until lightly charred and the thickest pieces reach 165°F. Transfer it to a clean plate and rest for 5 minutes.
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While the chicken cooks, grill the zucchini for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until browned and crisp-tender.
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Divide the fluffed rice and grilled zucchini between two plates. Slice the rested chicken, arrange it over the rice, and finish both servings with the prepared green onions and cilantro.